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Uncovering Natural Alternative to Knee Surgery with Regenerative Medicine

Stiff, achy, and pain in the knees can be debilitating. And it’s so common that nearly one million knee replacement surgeries are performed each year in the US. But when surgery isn’t an option – or desired by a patient – regenerative medicine may help. We’re talking about procedures that allow the body to heal…

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What is a Microdiscectomy?

Have you been told you need a microdiscectomy? Microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical technique for herniated discs in the lumbar spine.  Spine Surgeon, Dr. Ehsan Jazini, shares more about what a microdiscectomy is, and why this surgery is so beneficial for those suffering from disc herniations. Watch the Video on Youtube

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Army Veteran Who Was Close to Being Paralyzed Receives Life-Changing Surgery

In our last episode, we focused on women and back health. Today – it’s time to put men in the spotlight. We want to talk about the importance of men prioritizing their spine health, early detection, and treatment rather than trying to push past pain or let problems linger. Studies show many men aren’t great…

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Moms Prioritizing their Spine Health

DON’T PUT YOUR HEALTH ON THE ‘BACK’ BURNER  Morgan, a 39-year-old Virginia mom had been feeling debilitating pain and numbness for about two months in her arm and shoulder. It was increasingly frustrating for the active outdoor enthusiast and fitness trainer, who spends most of her time outside with her husband and 4-year-old daughter Mirabel, going overnight backpacking…

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Patient Story as Seen on The Today Show: Moms Prioritizing their Spine Health

The inspiration for today’s episode is one of VSI’s patients. Morgan is a Virginia mom who lived with terrible pain in her arm and shoulder for months before seeking help. At the end of January 2021, she had artificial disc replacement surgery and was finally able to get back to living the pain-free life that…

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Role Reversal: When the Doctor Becomes the Patient

They say doctors don’t make good patients – but that’s not always the case… and sometimes when the doctor becomes the patient – it makes them a better doctor!   That’s definitely the case for Dr. Thomas Schuler – Spine Surgeon and Founder of VSI. Dr. Schuler’s empathy for his patients is made stronger because…

The Benefits of Regenerative Medicine – Resolving Pain From Head to Toe

The Benefits of Regenerative Medicine – Resolving Pain From Head to Toe

Lots of people are intrigued by regenerative medicine and have heard promising information about the incredible power it has to promote healing. But there’s also a lot of confusion about what it really encompasses and how it works. Here’s my breakdown of how and why we use these innovative therapies from head to toe –…

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Robot-Guided Technology Enhances Spinal Surgery for Patients

Robotics is revolutionizing the field of spinal surgery and this innovation is making enormous differences for surgeons and most importantly – their patients. In this episode, we talk with Spine Surgeon Dr. Christopher Good, a world expert in this field. He explains the wide-reaching impact of this innovation, how it’s transforming the lives of patients…