When post-surgery pain following back surgery continues beyond the initial recovery period, patients are said to be experiencing Failed Back Surgery Syndrome, a term used to described back surgeries that fail to provide relief. Some occurrences of FBSS have no […]
Some conditions like spinal stenosis and disc degeneration naturally become worse with age, often contributing to back pain that reaches a point where it seriously affects quality of life. Not all age-related back pain can be prevented. However, as a […]
A major concern for anyone needing cervical disc replacement is the ability to retain range of motion following surgery. While Mobi-C cervical disc replacement presents an alternative to traditional spinal fusion for some patients, there are important considerations that come […]
Golf itself isn’t all that great for the back, especially if you have a swing that puts a lot of pressure on your spine or throws your posture out of whack. If one of your goals is to get back […]
People who are experiencing back pain that is not responding to conservative treatments such as medications and physical therapy may find relief from steroid preparations that are administered via injections. The procedure can be done in the doctor’s office, hospital, […]
Having some anxiety prior to spine surgery is perfectly normal. However, your nerves can be eased by taking time to ask your surgeon a few questions before your scheduled procedure. Since you’re likely to forget some initial questions when surgery […]
For patients looking to avoid surgery when their lumbar spinal stenosis (a gradual narrowing of the spinal canal) isn’t responding well to medications or physical therapy, the answer may be an epidural steroid injection. Recent research from Boston University School […]
Spinal osteoarthritis is a condition that often occurs as a normal part of the aging process and can result in pain and decreased mobility. As a person ages, the structures that make up the spinal column begin to deteriorate and […]
Muscles within your body work in pairs by extending and contracting. The immediate rest and immobility that’s often associated with a spine injury can weaken those once healthy muscles, possibly making the recovery process long and frustrating. After getting the […]