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BACK PAIN, NOT JUST FOR ADULTS: UNCOVERING IDIOPATHIC SCOLIOSIS

An estimated nine out of ten people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Though back or neck pain becomes more common as we age, it affects all ages and does not discriminate between male or female, both sexes are equally susceptible. What is Idiopathic Scoliosis? Idiopathic scoliosis is a common pediatric [...]

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WE WANT YOU! JOIN YOUR DOCTOR ON MAY 18 FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK RACE FOR SPINAL HEALTH

  What are you doing May 18th? The Virginia Spine Institute is proud to team up with the Spinal Research Foundation (a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) to host the Sixth Annual, “We’ve Got Your Back” 5K race and 1 mile fun run/walk for spinal health. All proceeds from the race directly benefit the Spinal Research [...]

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TRUE STORY: MARY UNDERWENT A TLIF AND IS NOW BACK TO THE LIFE SHE LOVES

True Story: Over a period of six months, I saw numerous physicians both orthopedic and neurosurgeons discussing my situation. I used to work in medical research and grant funding, so for me (and my back), this was a research project. Along with my many back diagnoses and because of my scoliosis, I was referred to [...]

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TRUE STORY: MR. BAKER SPENT 15 YEARS IN PAIN; NOW HE’S BACK TO HIS LIVELIHOOD

True Story: As the owner of Baker Farms in Mt. Jackson, Virginia, my lifelong profession is one that is physically demanding.  I have been pursuing my passion for farming for over 35 years; but not without pain. Over the past 15 years, I’ve learned to live with low back pain until finally one day the pain literally [...]

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WINTER FUN; TIPS TO PREVENT POTENTIAL INJURY WHILE ICE SKATING

Ice skating is a fun way to get some exercise this holiday season. Before your gear up for the ice; check out these tips on preventing potential injury. Skates: Make sure you are outfitted with skates that fit properly. If they are too tight or too big, you may get frustrated, especially if you are [...]

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DOES YOUR PRE-PREGNANCY CHECKLIST INCLUDE FOLIC ACID?

For all of the future mothers out there, this one is for you! Folic acid supplements are the key component for reducing the risks of neural tube defects, like spina bifida. Folic acid is a B vitamin, which helps the expectant mother’s body produce healthy red blood cells which in turn help with the growth [...]

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DIABETES AWARENESS SPOTLIGHT: GET ALL THE FACTS ON HOW TO REDUCE YOUR CHILD’S RISK

November is American Diabetes Awareness month. Did you know that nearly 26 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes? In addition, another 79 million Americans have prediabetes and are at risk for developing type 2 Diabetes. Obesity now affects 17% of all children and adolescents in the United States; in the past [...]

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TRUE STORY: RUDY UNDERWENT A LUMBAR FUSION TO GET BACK TO THE LIFE HE LOVES

True Story: After an initial diagnosis of lumbar pain had been successfully treated with injections two years previously, another bout of back pain occurred in large part from overly strenuous exercise and weight-training. At a point where my life and work were significantly restricted, I started looking for other options.  I narrowed my search for [...]

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EXPLORING THE ALTERNATIVES TO SPINAL FUSION SURGERY WITH ARTIFICIAL DISC REPLACEMENT

  Spinal health care is constantly advancing and changing with more treatment options for patients. The downside is that this may cause confusion and anxiety for the patient on which options are best for their condition. Artificial disc replacement has emerged as an alternative to spinal fusion for many patients with painful discs.  Artificial disc [...]

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VSI CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE!

The Virginia Spine Institute is an award-winning medical practice in the DC area solely dedicated to spinal health care. Over the past 20 years we have improved the lives of over 50,000 patients. What makes us different is that we have assembled the top specialists from multiple disciplines of spinal health care under one roof [...]

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