While certainly very appealing and engaging when it involves video games, virtual reality has some practical applications outside the world of gaming as well. In fact, there’s new research suggesting VR technology may reduce errors in spine surgery. Here’s what […]
In the grand scheme of things, spinal surgery has come a long way even over the past decade or so in terms of how it’s done. In fact, some procedures that once typically required a brief stay in the hospital […]
While often a last resort, spine surgery is sometimes the best option for relieving or minimizing discomfort, preventing further damage, and boosting overall quality of life. To some extent, spine-related procedures are fairly individualized in terms of the eventual outcome […]
The body produces scar tissue in response to some type of trauma, which can include spine surgery. It’s actually something that happens for protective reasons. However, the scar tissue that forms around wound sites tends to be thicker or more […]
Pain, to some extent, is often an unavoidable part of spine surgery. This is why a natural concern for someone preparing for a spine-related procedure, even if it will be a minimally invasive one, is the amount of discomfort that […]
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 […]
When fusion surgery is performed in the lower back area, it’s typically because of issues with a spinal disc—usually one affected by age-related wear or some other type of damage. As the name suggests, fusion surgery involves “fusing,” or joining, […]
In many places affected by coronavirus, nonessential surgeries have been put on hold. While there may be some exceptions, spine surgery typically falls into this category. In fact, the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has recommended that elective procedures be […]
Being involved with your recovery is just as important as preparing for spine surgery itself. Still, some people, intentionally or unintentionally, do things post-surgery that make recovery a longer and more frustrating process. If this happens, you may find yourself […]