It’s human nature to dismiss back pain as an inevitable part of getting older or assume it’s just one of those things that happens to everyone. Yes, spine-related discomfort is a common complaint. Still, it’s never “normal” at any stage […]
Going to a spine specialist is a good first step when it comes to dealing with spine-related aches, pains, or issues. Granted, it’s not realistic to expect to be magically “cured” after your visit. Still, there are some things you […]
COVID-19 has been challenging for many people, including anyone needing non-urgent or elective spine surgery. The good news is such procedures are, for the most part, being performed again. However, there could still be delays if surgery centers or hospitals […]
Spine surgery based on an accurate diagnosis has the potential to boost your quality of life as you get back to your normal activity levels. But don’t expect to instantly accomplish this goal after having a spine-related procedure. During the […]
Spinal surgery is often a last resort after conservative treatments—which typically involve physical therapy, targeted exercise, and medication—have been attempted for several months without success. If surgery is now a viable option for you, you’ll be better prepared if you […]
There are many factors that determine just when you can get back to work after spinal surgery. That being said, it’s still possible to get a better idea of when you can expect to resume your work-related duties post-surgery if […]
If you’ve had spine-related aches and pains for a while and the remedies suggested by your primary care physician aren’t really making much of a difference, you may be referred to a spine specialist. As with any type of medical […]
Because back pain is something almost everyone has dealt with at one time or another, you may be inclined to accept spine-related aches and pains as part of the normal aging process. But no type of back pain should be […]
It’s not unusual for a primary care physician (PCP) to refer a patient to a specialist if the patient has a serious back injury or chronic spine-related pain that’s not responding well to initial treatment efforts. If surgery becomes a […]