Spine Surgeon Dr. Good walks through x-rays to explain a three-level disc replacement, and why it’s important for patients to receive a customized treatment plan for their spine. Watch the Video on Youtube
Hybrid spine surgery is an innovative surgical technique which joins the stability of a spinal fusion with the mobility of an artificial disc replacement. Dr. Good, Spine Surgeon at VSI, uses x-rays to break down a three-level hybrid surgery, and why it’s important for patients to receive a customized treatment plan for their spine. Watch the…
Thanks to modern technological evolution, enhanced surgical techniques, and improved physician knowledge; today more than ever before, we are better at restoring our patients to full and active lifestyles with the least short- and long-term problems. Dr. Good, Spine Surgeon, shares how long a disc replacement will last, and how disc replacements can help protect…
Disc replacements provide the benefits of improving range of motion and flexibility after surgery and potentially decrease the risk for additional issues and surgeries in the future. This groundbreaking surgical method combined with advanced technology allows us to offer more effective treatment options than were available in the past. Spine Surgeon, Dr. Good, walks through…
Many people have experienced some degree of pain from working out or from an injury/trauma. The saying, “No pain, no gain” has been used in fitness and athletic circles for years. There is some truth to some discomfort from exercise being “good pain.” But, knowing when to listen to your body and knowing when to seek help with your workout or injury is important information to know.
With more and more people getting back to flying, now is the time to ditch the old luggage in the closet and get yourself something more back-friendly for traveling. Washingtonian Magazine reached out to Dr. Good to learn what luggage a spine surgeon would recommend. Here’s what he had to say: The Luggage Dr. Good…
Whether you’re starting your morning off with Jess Sims, pushing yourself with Alex Toussaint, or getting in a low-impact ride with Emma Lovewell, spin cycling is a great form of exercise. I know many people who eat, breathe, and sleep Peloton every day, but with my busy schedule I goal myself to get on the…
When surgery fails, doctors may tell you they’ve run out of options and there’s nothing more they can do to help your pain or when they suggest a treatment option that doesn’t seem like a good option for you and your life – what should you do? It’s a very common problem but people often…
Heading back to the beach is a blast. But it can also be a bit of a pain in the back. While a day spent in the sand and sun can be very relaxing, there’s also a lot of driving, lifting, dragging, carrying and bending to get there and get all your supplies down and…
Disc replacement surgery can be used as an alternative to spinal fusion or in conjunction with spinal fusion (hybrid). The artificial disc mimics the structure and movement of a natural human disc and preserves the natural motion of the spine (backward, forward, and side to side). Dr. Haines answers patients’ most common questions about disc replacement surgery, including:…
