If you suffer painful compression fractures in your spine due to osteoporosis, you may need a surgical procedure called a kyphoplasty to treat it. Here’s what you need to know.
You may not think much about the bones at the base of your spine, but the sacroiliac joints can contribute to lower back pain and discomfort. Keep reading to learn more about this often overlooked cause of back pain.
If you’ve got mechanical chronic low back pain, a problem caused by a weak supporting muscle that serves your spine, you may find relief with the ReActiv8® system. Here’s how it works.
Spinal stenosis can cause pain and other symptoms that radiate from your back to other parts of your body. Stenosis surgery can relieve that pain and give you back your life. Learn more about it here.
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) isn’t really a disease, but this spinal condition can produce many uncomfortable symptoms. Keep reading to learn more about those symptoms, risk factors, and your treatment options.
Not all spinal disc problems cause symptoms, but if you’re experiencing pain and weakness as a result of a herniated or degenerative disc, artificial disc replacement surgery may be something to consider. Learn all about it here.
If you need back surgery, you’ll need physical therapy following it to regain strength and flexibility. Keep reading to learn about seven key benefits of physical therapy after back surgery.
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy can lead to chronic pain in your extremities that can derail your life, but neuromodulation interrupts the pain signals before they reach your brain. Learn how this medical marvel works here.
A pinched nerve can cause radiating pain, weakness, and numbness that interfere with your daily activities. Will the symptoms resolve on their own? Keep reading to find out.
There are many types of back surgery. Which one your doctor chooses depends on the underlying problem and the severity of the condition. Could back surgery relieve pain and restore mobility for you? Here are four types we commonly perform.
Sciatica can literally be a pain in the butt — and your back, legs, and foot. If you’re struggling with sciatica, we have three great treatment options to help. Read all about them here.
Traditional spine surgery can be quite risky and invasive, requiring a long recovery. Minimally invasive spine surgery is fast becoming industry-standard. Keep reading to learn about the different types and how they’re performed.
If you’re having spinal problems and aren’t getting better with conservative methods, it’s time to consider robotic surgery. Does it sound intimidating? It’s really quite simple. Learn all about it here.
Various conditions can cause complications from pinching nerves. If you’re struggling with the pain and numbness from a pinched nerve, a steroid injection can help relieve inflammation and reduce your discomfort. Learn all about it here.
Osteoarthritis can affect the facet joints in your spine, leading to pain, stiffness, and decreased range of motion. Can back surgery relieve your distress? Keep reading to find out if or when it’s indicated.
If you have bone spurs, bony growths that cause inflammation, pain, and compressed nerves, there is a safe, versatile procedure that can help bring relief. Could you be a candidate for robotic surgery? Get the facts here.
Sciatica can be a real pain in the butt, no pun intended; but physical therapy may be the treatment that brings you relief. Keep reading to find out more.
Spinal stenosis is a spinal column narrowing that can impinge upon spinal nerve roots, causing radiating pain and discomfort. Keep reading to learn about the two main types and how they’re treated.
Back pain can occur from a number of origins. Degenerative disc disease is a spinal condition that can lead to pressure on a nerve root, also known as a pinched nerve. Learn how DDD and a pinched nerve are linked here.
Minimally invasive spine surgery has dramatically changed outcomes from spine surgery. Spine surgeons can now offer more options to patients suffering from neck and back pain. Such surgery can be done as same-day surgery. Read on to learn more.
Neck and back pain are common complaints that can come from a number of causes and can affect the spine and/or its supporting discs, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Learn about the five most common causes here.
Do you experience pain from your back down into your legs? Sciatica can be a real pain in the butt, but we have treatments that can help. Keep reading to learn about the four telltale symptoms of sciatica and how you can find relief.
You may not have heard the term “spondylosis” before, but chances are you will at some point in your life, as it’s extremely common. Keep reading to understand all about this degenerative condition.
Are you aware of some of the newest advances in medical technology? Robotic surgery allows physicians to treat delicate and complex problems with assurance and precision. Learn all about the advantages here.
Your spine is resilient, but sometimes age and routine wear-and-tear can damage a disc beyond saving. Keep reading to learn about the signs that indicate you may need a disc replacement procedure.
If you’re dealing with pain that radiates from your lower back down into your legs, you probably have sciatica. Learn about the factors that can contribute to the symptoms, as well as what you can do to get symptom relief.
Can you spot the warning signs of a pinched nerve? Treatments don’t just relieve your pain, but they can help prevent potential nerve damage. Keep reading to learn more about pinched nerves and how to recognize them.
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