Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Also known as PLIF surgery, a posterior lumbar interbody fusion is a relatively common surgery used to treat severe back pain. This is one of two surgeries that are usually used to treat pain in the lumbar region, or lower back. There are many different reasons that someone might need […]
Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion The spine is made up of the spinal cord, vertebrae, and discs. These discs are very important for our range of motion and to cushion our bones against damage. As we age, these discs sometimes become warped, harden, or even tear. This can be extremely painful, especially in the lumbar […]
Spinal Stenosis The spine is made up of vertebrae, nerves, and discs. Inside the spine, there is a hole where the spinal cord travels through. This is the spinal canal. There are also some other holes where the nerves can connect to the spinal cord, which are located at the joints of the vertebrae. These […]
Lower Back Pain It is so common to injure your back, but other things can cause pain in your back as well. Throughout your life, you might experience back pain. Lumbar back pain is extremely common, which is specifically pain in the lower back. This can make it difficult to perform everyday functions, so […]
Lumbar Microdiscectomy Many people experience lower back pain on a daily basis. There are several different treatments available for back pain, but after everything has been done, numerous people have to turn to surgery. Surgery can be painful and have a long recovery, but there are some options within that category that are considered […]
Spondylolisthesis Despite having a complicated name, spondylolisthesis is relatively easy to explain. This is when one of the vertebrae in a person’s back slips out of place. Sometimes this is extremely painful, but sometimes it is hard to tell when it has happened. There are some common symptoms or warning signs of spondylolisthesis that […]
Total Disc Arthroplasty & Total Disc Replacement Degenerative Disc Disease is a common ailment that affects hundreds of people each year. This is not actually a disease, but a condition, where the discs in the spine degenerate. This can happen as a result of age, injury, or other conditions. Sometimes it is painless and causes […]
Lumbar Spinal Fusion For some people who suffer with lower back pain, surgery may be the last option for helping their pain. Most doctors recommend treatments that are less invasive such as physical therapy, steroid injections, and chiropractic adjustments. If these and other methods do not work, surgery may be the best option. There […]
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection Over 30% of Americans struggle with back or neck pain each year. That is over a third of the population! Fortunately, there are many options for treating back pain. In some cases, this can be treated easily through chiropractic help, physical therapy, or even hot and cold compresses at home. […]
Considering surgery to treat a problem cervical disc? Patients now have access to a new procedure to replace problem discs that offers faster recovery and greater mobility than traditional treatments. A new device called Mobi-C® Cervical Disc helpsfusions-not-the-only-option-for-cervical-disc-replacement-surgery recipients maintain neck motion and reduces the risk for further damage to the spine. This poses a great improvement over typical […]
