Not every cause of back pain is as obvious as the discomfort you feel from lifting a heavy box or sleeping in an awkward position. While most doctors initially check for structural issues in or around the spine itself, this […]
Delivered to an area around the spinal cord and nerve roots called the epidural space, epidural injections can provide immediate relief. Unlike medications taken orally, injections target the affected area directly. Patients who respond well to epidural injections may experience […]
The use of real-time images in spine procedures isn’t entirely new. This technology has already been used during many minimally invasive procedures. However, researchers at Johns Hopkins Hospital have recently developed the ability to perform image-guided robotic surgery to do […]
It’s not unusual to experience spine pain first thing in the morning. This type of pain often goes away during the course of a day. Discomfort of this nature is referred to as trigger pain, meaning it’s typically triggered by […]
There’s a reason back pain is the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims and occupational disability in the United States. Jobs that involve manual labor tend to place added stress on certain areas of the spine or its supporting parts. […]
The human spine is a remarkable creation, but it’s still susceptible to damage from some type of trauma, as may be the case with a spinal cord injury (SCI). When a SCI does occur, the body reacts with what’s known […]
Dating back to ancient Egypt in its earliest form, bowling is more physical than you may realize. During a typical game, most bowlers have to lift, bend, and stretch. And while bowling is certainly a fun activity, the movements involved […]
People sustain approximately 11,000 spinal cord injuries each year. Approximately 38 percent of these injuries are from motor vehicle accidents, with falls, gunshot wounds and similar forms of violence, sports activities, and medical or surgical complications being the other common […]
When reaching a point where the best option for meaningful relief is minimally invasive spinal surgery, Santa Monica patients have several decisions to make. One will be the type of procedure that’s right for each individual. Another important decision will […]