Spine surgery is a big undertaking for your body, even if the operation is performed on a minimally invasive basis. And while the goal of the operation is to reduce pain and improve function in the area, these goals don’t just happen by chance. If you want to have the best recovery after spine … [Read more...] about Caring For Your Mind, Body and Soul After Spine Surgery
If you’ve been referred to a spine specialist, or you’re frustrated with your lack of improvement at the hands of your primary care physician, you may be wondering how you should approach this first visit with a spine specialist. Many people come in with little more than their referral forms, but … [Read more...] about 5 Goals To Set Before You Meet With A Spine Specialist
Even minimally invasive surgeries are a big deal, so it’s not uncommon for patients to have some anxiety on the days and weeks leading up to their operation. However, this anxiety could actually be detrimental to your health, and studies have shown that mental anguish can actually lead to poorer … [Read more...] about 10 Ways To Calm Anxiety Before Spine Surgery
For the vast majority of Americans, their spine surgery would have been avoidable had they taken certain steps earlier in life. Obviously there are countless cases where a freak injury or a car accident requires an emergency surgery, but there are more elective spinal surgeries each year than … [Read more...] about 6 Tips for Avoiding Spine Surgery
While the actual spinal operation plays a pivotal role in your quest to fully recover from a back injury, so too does your rehabilitation in the days and weeks that follow. Your surgeon will explain what you need to do to keep your rehab on track, but hopefully, they’ll also touch on some red flags … [Read more...] about 4 Red Flags To Be Aware Of After Spine Surgery
The majority of adults in Minnesota drive every day, so it’s reasonable to wonder when you’ll be able to get back behind the wheel if you’re scheduled to undergo spine surgery. As you might have guessed, there is no specific answer that applies to every type of spine surgery, but there are some … [Read more...] about When Can I Drive After Spine Surgery?
In almost all aspects of life, you’re better prepared for something if you’ve had a similar experience in the past. For example, if you’ve already undergone a spinal procedure, you will likely be better prepared to manage your expectations and follow through with rehabilitation after your second … [Read more...] about 5 Realizations To Understand Before Spine Surgery
If you are set to have a surgery to correct an issue with your spine, odds are most of your focus is on your physical health. While this makes sense, it’s not the only aspect of your health that we need to care for. You may be surprised to learn that depression and related mental health issues can … [Read more...] about Caring For Your Mental Health After Spine Surgery
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