Most of the spinal decompression or stabilization procedures performed today have high success rates, partly because of the increased use of minimally invasive techniques. This includes fusion surgery, partial or full discectomies, and spinal disc replacement. However, there may be […]
Whether you’re having fusion surgery to stabilize your spine or a microdiscectomy to ease nerve pressure, there are many procedures that can provide much-appreciated relief from back, neck, or radiating nerve pain. However, the average cost of spine surgery can […]
While it’s understandable to want to get back to work as soon as possible following spinal fusion, Los Angeles patients need to know it’s equally important to avoid doing anything that might reinjure their spine and impede the healing process. […]
Back in the 1950s, spine surgery was in its infancy, and doctors weren’t always sure what caused back pain. Today, spine surgery has advanced to the point where many common decompression and stabilization procedures can be performed with minimally invasive […]
Considered rare, spinal tumors are slow to develop and sometimes difficult to detect because symptoms often mimic more common sources of spine-related pain. Since this is a rare source of back pain, you’ll probably have some questions as you prepare […]
Patients are advised to look for possible signs of infection and be cautious with returning to normal activities following spine surgery. However, many patients are not warned about the possibility of post-traumatic stress disorder. According to a recent study, nearly […]
It’s understandable to want to get back to what’s considered “normal” for you following spine surgery as quickly as possible. However, not heeding the advice of your rehab therapist or pushing yourself beyond what’s recommended could result in frustrating and […]
The health-related risks linked to excess weight have been well documented and researched. With chronic back pain, especially pain stemming from a herniated disc, carrying around extra pounds can place added stress on nerve roots. If surgery is something you’re […]
More than 500,000 back-related surgeries are performed each year in the United States, with the most common procedures being decompression and spinal fusion. Santa Monica surgeons understand why most people want to avoid any type of spine surgery when possible. […]