People experience chronic pain when their body’s normal response to a neck or back injury lasts longer than it should. While no longer protecting the body from injury, this persistent pain becomes lifestyle-altering in and of itself. If not properly treated, chronic pain can lead to other physical, mental, and emotional health problems, including medication overuse. As a newer therapy alternative, patients who are non-responsive to conventional chronic pain management treatments often find relief by undergoing spinal cord stimulation surgery. Read More »
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Busting Common Myths & Misconceptions About Spine Surgery
Deciding whether to have spine surgery or not is never easy. To complicate matters, there is a lot of misinformation about spine surgery out there, including various myths circulating on the Internet. Deciphering between fact and fiction is essential when your health and well-being weigh in the balance. What follows are several common fallacies regarding spine surgery, along with ways to determine if it’s the right decision for you. Read More »
How Effective is a Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Back Pain?
Chronic back pain develops when the body’s appropriate response to an injury lasts longer than it should. Once the pain starts, it can interfere with work, exercise, eating, or a variety of other daily activities. Over time, back pain can cause other chronic health problems like depression, anxiety, and weight gain. Some patients even experience issues related to medication overuse to manage the discomfort. Read More »
Cervical Kyphosis: Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Treatment [Updated]
A normal spine has a slight C-shaped curve in front of the body (neck area) and an opposite-facing, “lordotic” curve in the back. The term kyphosis refers to any spinal curvature that bends excessively outwards, away from the body’s center, including any excessive curvature that affects the cervical spine (neck). Read More »
Are Spinal Deformities Like Scoliosis Treated Differently in Children, Adults, and the Elderly?
Millions of Americans live with spinal deformities, including all age groups. A spinal deformity affects the curve or alignment of your spine, typically in a slight “S” curve, or it can alter the straight alignment of the spine. Spinal deformities can develop as we age, be caused by accidents, or are present at birth (congenital deformity). When left untreated, spinal deformities can lead to pain, mobility issues, and neurological problems. Read More »