"As your Neurosurgeon, I am committed to providing you a personalized approach using highly skilled training, experience and advanced technology."
John D. Lipani, MD, PhD, FAANS, FACS
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Understandably, the very idea of any kind of spinal surgery can bring some degree of stress with it. Surgery does require preparation. It does necessitate a time of healing. At the same time, the benefits far outweigh these aspects of care. A person who undergoes neck surgery has most likely been through a few nonsurgical… Read More »
“Should I get back surgery?” This is not a question most people envision themselves asking. And yet, statistics indicate that acute and chronic back pain affects people around the world. More than 90 percent of people will experience some degree of back pain in their lifetime. In our country, back pain is one of the… Read More »
Spinal nerve compression is a common problem that is typically not referred to in any other way than “my back hurts.” Some people may say that they have a pinched nerve. Regardless of what we call it, chronic pain in the neck or back is not something to ignore. Even though the idea of surgery… Read More »
Usually, the word pain is used as a primary descriptor. We say “my back hurts” or “my head hurts” when we want to express a painful situation. In our office, we reach beyond the vague term of pain to help us better understand what might be happening. Pain signals can be interpreted by the brain… Read More »
There are many nerves that exit the spinal column, spanning from the neck to the low back. The sciatic nerve is located in the lumbar spine and is a collection of 5 sets of paired nerve roots. Sciatica is the term used to describe the symptoms that can originate in one or more of these… Read More »
Chronic neck or back pain is draining problem to live with. Still, many people are apprehensive to talk with their doctor about ongoing pain. We understand that one should be cautious about undergoing any type of spinal procedure. However, it is also important to remember that a consultation with a spinal specialist is only one… Read More »
Neck pain is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Typically, doctors attempt to reduce symptoms using nonsurgical modalities like heat, ice, medication, and physical therapy. In some cases, however, surgery is the best option for attaining lasting relief from neck pain. Reasons for Neck Surgery Neck surgery is typically only performed for… Read More »
The spinal column is described as having several segments. Each segment has specific nuances, such as how it curves and what it supports. Across all segments of the spine, the natural structure includes bones called vertebrae and gelatinous structures called discs. Spinal discs sit in between the vertebrae, one stacked on top of another. The… Read More »
According to studies, back pain is one of the leading causes of missed work. Most adults have experienced a bout with back or neck pain in their life. For some, pain persists for weeks or months. Naturally, the primary thought process that occurs when we encounter pain is to eliminate it or, at least, lessen… Read More »
The low back consists of the spinal segment that begins at the pelvis and ends at the ribcage, or the thoracic cage. We refer to the low back as the lumbar spine, the area that consists of five vertebrae, or bones, which are separated by discs. Intervertebral discs have a fibrous outer shell that secures… Read More »
