Spinal fusion is a common surgical procedure that Dr. Albert performs regularly. Often, fusions are performed on the lumbar spine. This spinal segment, ranging from L1 to L5, is susceptible to injury because it bears a fair amount of the body’s overall weight. The lumbar spine is involved in support as well as the range …Read More
Osteoporosis is a condition that is often related with the normal aging process. It is also one that is primarily perceived as a women’s health issue. You may not be aware of the detrimental effect that osteoporosis can have on spinal health and the risk of spinal conditions. Here, we discuss what osteoporosis is, who …Read More
What is Spinal Spondylosis? The term “spondylosis” by itself may sound like something you might find in the ocean or a botanical garden. When we add the word spine to it, “spinal spondylosis,” the brain may go to all sorts of places it shouldn’t. We understand that many of the terms used to describe spinal …Read More
The term bone spur describes excess bony structure on existing bone. Therefore, a bone spur in the spinal column involves the growth of extra bone tissue on some part of the spine. The very use of the words “bone” and “spur” together present quite an image. You may imagine a spike of bone protruding either …Read More
As a sought-after spinal surgeon located in the heart of New York City, Dr. Albert focuses much of his time on the treatment of advanced conditions such as degenerative disc disease. In addition to treating conditions related to the deterioration of spinal structure, we also want to offer support to our patients and those who …Read More
