Sometimes during a surgical operation, artificial hardware needs to be inserted in order to help the injured area heal. You’ve probably heard about plates, screws, wires and rods being used during an operation, and maybe you even have some artificial hardware in your body from a previous … [Read more...] about Will I Need To Have My Spinal Hardware Removed?
If you’ve been told to get a second opinion from a spine specialist or you just want an expert in their field to examine your back, you’re probably wondering how to go about finding the right specialist for you. Proximity, experience and online reviews are all factors we measure, but it’s impossible … [Read more...] about 4 Characteristics To Look For In A Spine Specialist
As we get older, our bodies slowly start to degenerate. It’s a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean you should welcome it with open arms. We can’t completely stop spinal bone loss from happening, but if you’re smart about your lifestyle, you can certainly slow down the process, which will … [Read more...] about How To Prevent Spinal Boss Loss
There are a lot of great ways to care for your spine. You can exercise and participate in some type of strength training program, you can eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of fluids, and you can head to a spine specialist at the first sign of a back issue. Another easy way to take care of your … [Read more...] about Why Stretching Is So Important For Your Spine
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!
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
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
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
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