A corpectomy is a surgical procedure that removes damaged vertebrae and intervertebral discs that are compressing spinal nerves or your spinal cord. Anterior means that the procedure is performed from the front of the body, and cervical tells us that we’re operating on the topmost portion of your … [Read more...] about Anterior Cervical Corpectomy Surgery Explained
A herniated disc is one of the more common types of spinal conditions that we see on a regular basis, and while we are familiar with managing and treating them, most patients aren’t. That can be problematic, because if you’re not sure how to protect your spine while you have a herniated disc, you … [Read more...] about 5 Activities To Avoid If You Have A Herniated Disc
Inflammation is one of the most common factors in back pain onset. When an area of your spine becomes inflamed, there is less space for key spinal nerves to traverse without irritation. Calming this inflammation is oftentimes key for controlling symptoms, but what are some of the best ways to limit … [Read more...] about 5 Tips For Reducing Spinal Inflammation
Spine surgery is a major trauma on your back and body, so you’re not going to be able to return to work the day after your operation. That said, we know that your job is how you make a living, so we understand that you’re going to want to get back to work and continue earning a paycheck as soon as … [Read more...] about How Long Will I Be Unable To Work After Spine Surgery?
Back pain is one of the most common reasons why people head to the doctor’s office or miss some time from work, and if you’re dealing with back pain, you want to make sure that you treat it correctly so that it doesn’t linger. Unfortunately, many people oftentimes approach their spine condition … [Read more...] about 5 Mistakes People Make When Managing Back Pain
A whiplash injury occurs when your head and neck are violently thrust in one direction. If you are unexpectedly tackled from behind in a football game or you are rear ended by a driver who couldn’t stop in time, the abrupt force can cause your head to snap backwards or forwards, traumatizing the … [Read more...] about Will I Need Surgery After My Whiplash Injury?
Strong bones are essential for living an active lifestyle long into your golden years. We can work to improve the health of our bones by eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise, but not all bone diseases are completely preventable. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at some common … [Read more...] about 4 Common Bone Diseases Of The Spine
We want to put an end to back pain as soon as it starts, but sometimes we unknowingly end up prolonging pain or making it worse because of our actions after discomfort sets in. You probably have a pretty good idea of what you should do if your back starts hurting, but you also want to be aware of … [Read more...] about 4 Things Not To Do When Your Back Starts Hurting
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