You’ve been having back or neck pain on and off for months, maybe years. You’re not sleeping as well as you could, or you’re not doing the things you’d like to do because of pain. These are serious issues not because they require serious care but because they can have an enormous impact on quality …Read More
What is “peak performance” in orthopedic surgery? A team from Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in Manhattan decided to define and answer that question by way of a review of the literature regarding training principles which may (or may not) help trainees achieve peak performance. Read more here.
Back pain is one of the most frequently-expressed complaints among adults of all ages. It is estimated that more than 90 percent of adults experience acute or chronic spinal pain during their lifetime. However common chronic back pain may be, that does not make daily back pain normal. When your back or neck hurts frequently, …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
Degenerative disc disease. The term alone may cause you to conjure up ideas of debilitating pain. It is true that the breakdown of the healthy spinal structure is associated with chronic discomfort and limited range of motion. However, there are ways to manage symptoms of degenerative disc disease to improve quality of life. Initial Steps …Read More
Since the COVID-19 outbreak earlier this year, medicine has gotten quite the makeover. In an effort to prevent the spread of the virus, many offices have had to change the way they see patients. As we move forward, we must rethink how various health concerns may be addressed adequately even during times when a face-to-face …Read More
The National Spine Health Foundation has named me A National Top Spine Surgeon. Join me in their newly featured, free patient education program, Spine-Talks® Cities, discussing minimally invasive surgery. If you’ve ever wondered what my expert opinion is on this topic, you won’t want to miss this exciting program. Tune in here to hear from me. To learn more about …Read More
Back problems often cause chronic pain. Although patients who eventually need surgery have often suffered for years with persistent pain that occasionally flares up, the idea of a surgical procedure and recovery feels intimidating. Patients often want to know if their procedure will achieve pain relief or cause more pain. Here, we will discuss the …Read More
The way that healthcare is provided has changed significantly in recent months, and it may not completely return to normal for some time. In light of the current state of the world, we thought it would be beneficial to our patients if we share some tips on how to care for the spine when a …Read More
Several spinal procedures are performed to help alleviate pain and improve range of motion after an injury. This surgery involves the joining of adjacent vertebrae, which limits the motion at the affected spinal segment. Fusing two bones together may seem counterproductive to the integrity of the spine. On the contrary, spinal fusion can be quite …Read More
