Kyphosis Disorder
Back pain can be debilitating, anxiety-inducing, and interfere with daily activities, but there are treatments! In our SPINE ANATOMY 101 post, we discussed the structure of the spine. With this understanding, we can delve into conditions where the spine is impaired...
TESSYS VS iLESSYS ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY
Endoscopic surgery is the next evolution in spine surgery, with endoscopic fellowships being offered in major teaching institutions throughout the world. Two minimally invasive methods, TESSYS and iLESSYS, provide more gentle endoscopic-technique options for spine...
SCIATICA
Have you ever heard someone complain about their “sciatica acting up” and wondered what they meant? In this post, we will discuss what that means and what treatment options are available. Wonder no more! THE SCIATIC NERVE Nerves have the very important role of...
What Does “Minimally Invasive” Mean?!
When it comes to spine surgery, the words “minimally invasive” are the ones you want to hear! While there is currently no specific medical definition qualifying minimally invasive spine surgery, it refers to the idea of minimizing collateral damage during surgeries...
DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE AND TREATMENTS
As we discussed in our previous post, the spine supports the rest of our body. When not working optimally, our daily activities can be impeded by pain and impaired mobility. Degenerative disc disease affects the spine and is a normal part of aging. In this post, we...
Exercise and Back Health
We know exercise is good for our health, with a host of benefits ranging from cardiovascular vitality to improved immunity and longevity. From the cellular level to all organ systems, improvements can be seen throughout the body when one incorporates regular exercise...