Traveling to exotic destinations for spring break is certainly exciting, but getting there can sometimes be a literal pain. If you have ever flown in an airplane, you know that the seats were designed with safety in mind — but not necessarily for comfort. Many airline seats lack lumbar support and ultimately place your back…
The goals of modern spinal surgery are to maximize patient function and accelerate a return to a full life. As spinal surgery has evolved, more focus has been placed on minimizing trauma to the body during surgery and expediting a return to function through the use of minimally invasive techniques. The era of modern spinal surgery has blossomed over…
Quite simply put, using nicotine is the worst thing you can do to your spine. Smoking and vaping kills the little blood vessels that deliver oxygen to your body causing you to age faster. Smoking kills your discs causing back pain. Smoking also increases the receptors in your brain that cause you to feel pain. Yes,…
We’ve all been there – you bend your back suddenly and a familiar twinge rises to the surface. Although pain is a normal part of life, at what point does it need to be addressed by a doctor? Pain can be placed into two categories: acute and chronic. The distinction between the two can mean…
