Are You a Candidate for Artificial Disc Replacement?
According to a study conducted in 2019, disc degeneration, herniation, and stenosis combined to account for 42% of total elective lumbar fusions in 2015.
5 Questions to Ask Your Spine Surgeon before Surgery
Did you know that educated patients have better outcomes? Prior research has demonstrated that when patients are educated and engaged in their care, it significantly improves outcomes.
Golf Tips to Prevent Spine Injuries
Hitting that perfect shot keeps golfers like me coming back for more. But did you know that during a golf swing, the lower back sustains a compressive force of about 1370 pounds for amateur golfers? That number increases to 1700 pounds if you are a professional. This explains why we can have a sore back after a game of golf.
Get Relief from Spine Pain without Surgery
Back pain is a leading cause of disability. According to a Georgetown University publication, some 16 million adults experience persistent or chronic back pain and as a
result are limited in certain everyday activities.
Tips for Sleeping after Spinal Surgery
Sleep is vital to us all! While we sleep, healthy muscle growth occurs, tissue repair and hormone production create overall wellness. Sleep is when we actively restore, strengthen, and process and is crucial for healing after surgery.
