ACDF Surgery: What You Need to Know
Almost everyone will experience some degree of degeneration, or wearing down, of the cushiony discs in their spine as they age. For some people, this process doesn’t cause any problems, but for...
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What is ALIF and is it Right For Me?
Low back pain is a common occurrence, and while the majority of cases will resolve with time, some people may require surgery to relieve their pain. A surgical technique called Anterior Lumbar...
When Should I See a Doctor About Lumbar Back Pain?
With lumbar back pain being so prevalent, it’s a dilemma you are likely to face—should you go see a doctor for the pain, or should you wait it out at home? Most cases of back pain will resolve with...
Understanding Cervical Laminoplasty
Your spinal cord and spinal nerves are responsible for “communicating” messages between your brain and the rest of your body. Your spinal cord runs through and is protected by small bones called...
What to Expect When Recovering From Your Neck Surgery
Recovering from neck surgery requires a thoughtful approach. If your condition warrants surgery, you should already be contemplating ways to expedite the healing process. Here, we'll take a...
Tips for Spine Care
Spine-related health issues have become a national epidemic. Eighty percent of Americans experience low back pain at some point, and 40 percent of Americans over the age of 40 have degenerative disc...
5 Ways to Overcome Chronic Neck Pain Without Neck Surgery
If you suffer from chronic neck pain but are reluctant to have surgery, there are non-surgical options that may reduce, even alleviate, your pain. Here, we explore five ways to overcome chronic neck...
Treatment Options for Dealing with Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease
If you have been diagnosed with cervical degenerative disc disease, you are probably curious about your treatment options. The pain and disability that accompany a degenerated disc can impact daily...
Exercises for Cervical Disc Disease and Neck Pain
If you suffer from chronic neck pain, exercising may be the last thing on your mind. It's hard to imagine working the very area of your body that is causing you discomfort, but exercises aimed at...
Questions to Ask Your Physician About Cervical Spinal Fusion (Arthrodesis) Surgery
If you think you might be a candidate for cervical spinal fusion, it's time to have a thoughtful conversation with your doctor. No one should approach surgery without investigating all of the...
Reasons to Ditch your High-Heeled Shoes
Let's face it. Not all of us are Rihanna, who can walk over a subway grate while wearing stilettos! When teetering on towering high heels in a crowd or on a slick surface, your balance is less than...
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