Hydration is a very simple aspect of spinal health which is commonly overlooked. In fact, my New Year’s wellness goal for 2020 is to drink more water each day in order to stay hydrated. It is recommended that we drink 8-eight ounce glasses of water a day. This basic wellness component can make a big…
All eight physicians at VSI were named “Top Doctors” of 2020 by Northern Virginia Magazine and Virginia Living Magazine. This prestigious recognition is a testament to their medical leadership in pioneering new treatments for our patients, and providing the best spine specialty care to those suffering with back or neck conditions, neurological conditions, and other…
With the new year and colder temperatures comes an increase in patients reporting back and neck pain. The travel, heavy lifting, cold weather and snow shoveling are all contributing factors. As seen on ABC7’s Good Morning Washington, here are five ways to prevent and treat spine injuries during the winter months. 1. Poor exercise and…
We often have people say they feel their migraines getting worse with changes in weather, especially during the cold and flu season when we’re in the onslaught of winter chills, rain, and occasionally snow. Some people will even say they can predict the weather based on their migraines, and research has shown there is something…
Winter has come! The temperature is dropping and soon snow will be coming with it. Anyone who has had to shovel out their car in the winter time knows what a pain it can be; figuratively and literally! You may be thinking that snow won’t be coming anytime soon, but it is never too late…
WASHINGTON (ABC7) — With the holidays behind us, the new year often brings an increase in patients reporting back and spinal problems. The travel, heavy lifting, cold weather and snow shoveling are all contributing factors. Dr. Colin M. Haines, spine surgeon and director of research at the VSI, shared how to prevent and treat common…
Dr. Bharara Earns Washingtonian’s ‘The Face of Regenerative Medicine’ In Consecutive Years If you’re experiencing unresolved pain and need a long-term solution without surgery, look no further than regenerative medicine. This modern treatment solution utilizes the body’s natural healing process to rebuild damaged tissue, heal injuries more effectively, and eliminate pain. Regenerative medicine targets the…
Painful discs and pinched nerves in the low back are unfortunately very common. While a spinal specialist is typically able to help you get better without surgery, there are many people who ultimately do need a surgical fix. Fortunately, there are many types of procedures to help you get back to the life you love….
With Christmas only a few days away, many people will be baking and cooking for their family and friends. While it’s a wonderful time to be sharing meals and treats with those you love, they wouldn’t want you to jeopardize your health and well-being just for a tasty dish. These 7 tips are to help…
According to the National Christmas Tree Association, over 56 million trees (real and fake combined) were purchased in 2018 in the United States. With so many families partaking in the holiday tradition of decorating the tree, many don’t realize how much pain it can cause if done wrong. Here are 4 tips to follow when decorating…
