Being told that you need spine surgery may be close to the last thing you ever wanted to hear. If you’re like other patients, and we assume you are, you want your procedure and recovery to go smoothly. This can be a challenge merely because there are unknowns related to surgery and they are bound …Read More
Having spinal surgery is no small matter. Most people, regardless of the skill their surgeon holds and their understanding that surgery is necessary, feel nervous or scared before having a procedure. In addition to providing our patients with the very best care possible, we also want to do what we can to help quell their …Read More
Even when a person is in pain much of the time, they usually want to know if there is anything they can do to avoid having surgery. We can understand this perspective and, whenever possible, support the use of conservative, nonsurgical therapies to try and improve back or neck pain. Our first piece of advice …Read More
In recent years, cannabis use has become more widespread as states make the use of this mild drug legal. The opinion of cannabis use may vary across the medical community but, one thing that most clinicians can agree on is that it is important to understand how marijuana may affect aging, health, and also clinical …Read More
It is a common misconception that spinal surgeons want to perform surgery on their patients. In reality, doctors who specialize in spinal procedures generally prefer to see their patients respond well to conservative, non-surgical modalities. It is only when these treatments do not improve the situation or when an injury is too severe for nonsurgical …Read More
Having spine surgery can feel stressful. We can understand why. Any surgical procedure has some unknowns. Patients want to know how to prepare for surgery, what their procedure may be like, and how to make the most of their recovery. Here, we cover the last topic with a list of important items you may want …Read More
Historically, back surgery has been known as a long and risky procedure that involved long incisions. Most spinal procedures were performed as what we call “open surgery.” This was necessary to create access to the layers of muscle and tissue that surround the spine. To undergo a back procedure, patients needed general anesthesia and, often, …Read More
Chronic back pain can have a detrimental effect on quality of life. Usually, people who are struggling with back pain rely on conservative remedies like rest and anti-inflammatory medication to control discomfort. When these measures do not provide an adequate level of relief, it may be a good idea to explore the potential benefits of …Read More
Spine surgery techniques have improved significantly in the past few decades. Where there used to be quite a bit of fear surrounding the idea of having back surgery, patients feel much more confident today. Many of the surgical procedures that are performed to resolve acute or chronic back pain are minimally invasive. Procedure times have …Read More
The number of diabetes diagnoses in America has risen substantially over the past several years. This has created a particular need for attention in all sub-specialties, including surgery. The effects of diabetes on the tissues of the body and on the body’s natural healing response present a challenge for surgeons. Therefore, it is vital that …Read More
