Sciatica: What is It and How Is It Treated?
There are many nerves that exit the spinal column, spanning from the neck to the low back. The sciatic nerve […]
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Spinal Conditions
Neck Pain Requires a Personal Approach
Neck pain is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Typically, doctors attempt to reduce symptoms using nonsurgical
Spinal Disc
What is a Collapsed Disc?
The spinal column is described as having several segments. Each segment has specific nuances, such as how it curves and
Lumbar Disc Microsurgery
Microsurgery for Lower Back Pain
The low back consists of the spinal segment that begins at the pelvis and ends at the ribcage, or the
Spine Surgery
Neurosurgeon and Orthopedic Surgeon: How they are Similar and How they Differ
When conventional therapies fail to achieve the desired outcome for back or neck pain, it becomes necessary to consider specialized
Spine Surgery
What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?
Historically, spinal surgeries were performed using “open” techniques. Open surgery describes a process that involves larger incisions that may be
Lumbar Disc Microsurgery
Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease: Here’s What You Need to Know
There are three primary segments to the spine: the cervical spine (neck), the thoracic spine (mid back) and the lumbar
Spinal Conditions, Spine Health
Is Massage Therapy an Appropriate Modality for Back Pain?
Chronic back pain can be quite concerning. Statistics continually portray back and neck pain as common reasons for missed work
Spine Surgery
Revision Spine Surgery: Can It Be Avoided?
All surgical procedures carry some degree of risk. Due to the complex nature of spinal surgery, associated risks may be
Spinal Stenosis
Diagnosing and Treating Narrowing of the Spine
Spinal stenosis can lead to a number of uncomfortable symptoms. This is because the spinal column must have space at