Your spine is one of the most commonly injured areas of your body during athletic activity, and that makes sense considering all the twisting, turning and stress that is put on the area during many sporting events. We’ve helped a lot of recreational and competitive athletes get back to the sport … [Read more...] about When Is It Safe To Return To Sports After A Back Injury?
Resolve To Care For Your Spine In The New Year!
The new year means it’s time to make some resolutions to change our lives for the better, and if you’re looking to add something to your list, consider resolving to care for your spine in 2020. We often ignore our spine until an injury develops, which can be problematic because by then, a lot of … [Read more...] about Resolve To Care For Your Spine In The New Year!
Is Elective Spine Surgery Safe For Seniors?
Surgery is one way doctors work to help their patients become healthier, but for some patients, surgery can cause more problems than it solves. We work hard to prevent complications and risk factors associated with surgery, but some populations are at a greater risk of issues than others. Seniors, … [Read more...] about Is Elective Spine Surgery Safe For Seniors?
3 Benefits Of The Anterior Cervical Fusion Procedure
There are a number of soft tissues and nerves that are housed in and around your neck, so it should come as no surprise that the neck area is a frequent source of pain and discomfort, especially as we get older and structures begin to deteriorate. When problems are detected early on, they typically … [Read more...] about 3 Benefits Of The Anterior Cervical Fusion Procedure
Preventing Spine and Neck Injuries During Winter Sports
The winter season in Minnesota provides some unique opportunities to take part in some activities that aren’t available year-round. You’ve got activities like pond hockey, ice skating, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and sledding to name a few, and while these sports can be a lot of … [Read more...] about Preventing Spine and Neck Injuries During Winter Sports
Tips for Treating Referred Spine Pain
If you stub your toe on the kitchen counter, you’re going to feel it in the form of acute pain. Acute pain is what happens when direct trauma relays pain sensations to our brain, and while it is likely the most common form of pain, it’s far from the only way we perceive discomfort. Another type of … [Read more...] about Tips for Treating Referred Spine Pain
The 5 Goals Of Every Spine Surgery
Every spine surgery is different, but that doesn’t mean doctors are trying to accomplish something different with each procedure. Although the way they go about it may be different, there are a number of common goals that are sought during each and every spine surgery. In today’s blog, we shine a … [Read more...] about The 5 Goals Of Every Spine Surgery
Tips For Managing Pain After A Significant Spinal Surgery
Surgeries are getting smaller and safer, and although outcomes are getting more successful, there’s still one constant that remains throughout any type of spinal surgery - pain. Don’t get us wrong, surgeries and post-op recovery are involving less pain, but it’s impossible to eliminate pain from the … [Read more...] about Tips For Managing Pain After A Significant Spinal Surgery