Commonly associated with car-related injuries, whiplash actually refers to any type of neck injury resulting from a sudden impact to the neck area. While whiplash is usually minor, research shows that improper treatments may result in long-term damage to the […]
Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2012, coflex is a minimally invasive device that’s designed to preserve motion in patients requiring treatment for moderate to severe spinal stenosis that’s present with or without accompanying back pain. […]
How soon you can realistically return to work following spine surgery depends on factors such as what type of surgery you had (open vs. minimally invasive spine surgery), your overall health prior to the surgery and how well you follow […]
Understandably, patients who need spine surgery tend to prefer outpatient procedures whenever possible. In order to meet patients’ demand, spine surgeons in Los Angeles and throughout the country are taking steps to improve the outcome of outpatient surgeries by embracing […]
Athletes tend to engage in repetitive extensions, flexions, and rotations, and they’re also more likely than the average person to experience falls or collisions, which increases their risk of experiencing lower back pain. If you play a contact sport such […]
Living with back discomfort is an unfortunate reality that many people struggle with every day. Many times, the problem resolves on its own within a few weeks, but sometimes, back pain can become a chronic condition. Effective pain management can […]
There’s comfort in knowing that you’re not alone. This is certainly true when it comes to dealing with a prolonged illness, a chronic condition or an upcoming surgery. While your doctor or spine surgeon may be empathetic, he or she […]
Technology is a good thing, but not necessarily all that great for your spinal health – especially when it comes to your neck and upper spine. If you’re reading this on a mobile device right now, take a moment to […]
Patients with mild forms of scoliosis (an abnormal bending of the spine to one side or the other) tend to respond well to certain exercises that can be either performed as part of a physical therapy plan or at home. […]