Running a 5k for the first time can seem really intimidating if you aren’t sure what to expect. Before I participated in the National Spine Health Foundation’s first We’ve Got Your Back Race, I envisioned starting next to extreme athletes and coming in last. What I didn’t realize, though, is how far from the truth…
A cervical disc replacement can be an excellent option for many candidates, but what exactly does that mean? Often times my patients will schedule an initial consultation when they are experiencing arm pain and numbness, but their neck doesn’t necessarily hurt. This could be a sign of symptomatic nerve or spinal cord compression and may require a…
Often times one of the first non-operative treatment options your spinal specialist may recommend is a spinal injection. While not everyone benefits from these injections, some patients experience immediate relief and never progress to surgical interventions. There are many types of injections that can be utilized, so how does the doctor know which is best? It is only after…
While running has an extremely positive impact on your body {i.e. strengthens the heart, improves cardiovascular endurance, aids in weight loss} it can often lead to a varying list of injuries.
ACL injuries are primarily non-contact and occur in sports that involve cutting, pivoting, jumping or landing.
