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Name Your Pain: Exploring The Four Types Of Pain

Did you know that there are different types of pain? Moreover, did you know that the body processes these in different ways? It is important to properly define which type of pain you are experiencing. Pinpointing the type of pain allows your physician to more effectively select the type of treatment, and get you on…

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Breaking Down Cervical Spine Conditions: Cervical Stenosis And Cervical Myelopathy

What Is Cervical Stenosis? The spinal canal is the hollow passage formed by the spine through which the spinal cord travels. Cervical spinal stenosis refers to the portion of the spinal cord in the neck (cervical region) being pinched in the canal (stenosis). As arthritis progresses in the spine, it can lead to wearing of…

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Give Your Low Back Pain A Name: 3 Most Common Low Back Conditions Explained

Experts estimate that up to 80% of the population will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. That’s an incredibly high number!  Back pain is also the third most common reason for visits to the doctor, yet many don’t know when to seek out the care of a spine specialist. In addition,…

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5 Tips To Prepare For Your Initial Spine Consultation

If you have made your first appointment with a spinal specialist, this is a commendable step! However often times individuals continue to press on living their lives dealing with symptoms resulting from a spine condition. In the face paced world today our natural inclination is to put the needs of our families, our careers and other…

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Dr. Jazini Named As Candidate Fellow Of Scoliosis Research Society

VSI is proud to announce that Dr. Ehsan Jazini has been accepted as a Candidate Fellow of the Scoliosis Research Society. Dr. Jazini will serve as an active fellow for a five year candidate term. He was selected for this prestigious position based on his expertise in spinal deformity and advanced spine techniques. Through this…

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VSI Specialists Named 2019 ‘Top Doctors’ By Castle Connolly!

Congratulations to Dr. Schuler, Dr. Good, and Dr. Bharara on garnering national recognition as a 2019 Top Doctor awarded by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd.! Dr. Schuler and Dr. Good were recognized as Top Doctors in their specialty of Spinal Surgery and Dr. Bharara was recognized for his expertise in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Physicians are awarded…