Perfectly normal and often beneficial, scar tissue (epidural fibrosis) can also cause issues with flexibility and nerve sensitivity following spinal surgery. Beverly Hills patients should make an effort to limit scar tissue formation as much as possible. While the surgeon […]
Advances in symptom management have made it easier for many of the more than 30 million Americans with diabetes to successfully manage their condition. However, diabetes is a condition that’s not entirely predictable or easily controlled. This is why diabetics […]
It’s perfectly normal to go through emotional stages as you prepare for spine surgery. There’s the initial awareness that some type of surgical intervention may provide much-appreciated relief, and there’s also the anxiety that sometimes sets in as the date […]
Beverly Hills spine surgeons do everything possible to minimize risks for patients. However, most good surgeons will readily admit any type of spinal surgery, including traditional open surgeries and minimally invasive procedures, requires careful observation of how the body is […]
Approved for use in the United States by the FDA in 2004, lumbar artificial disc replacement involves the replacement of a damaged disc in the lower back area with one made of a combination of metal and plastic. Usually requiring […]
Even when an operation is described as “minimally invasive,” it’s still surgery and will require some time for healing. Recovery is often facilitated by some type of physical therapy because muscles need to be strengthened. By realizing what’s involved with […]
The choice to have spine surgery can be difficult, but it’s not the only major decision you will need to make. Once you and your doctor have determined surgery is your best bet for relief, the next step is deciding […]
The main purpose of anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) surgery is to stop motion in the part of the spine causing your discomfort. Performed from the front, ALIF surgery often becomes a possible source of relief when symptoms from nerve […]
For the 30 million or so Americans living with back pain, anything that can provide relief is worth considering. Spinal cord stimulation implants offer a potential source of relief for more than 14,000 patients each year. Usually implanted under the […]