So you’ve tried physical therapy, medication, and injections without pain relief…surgery must be next, right? Not necessarily. Before you consider undergoing surgery, be sure to explore the latest alternatives to surgery in the form of regenerative medicine. SO, JUST WHAT IS REGENERATIVE MEDICINE? Simply put, it’s the process of creating living and functional tissues to repair or replace tissue that…
It’s no surprise that athletes are highly susceptible to injuries, but more commonly we think of sprains and strains as the culprit. If the ice/heat treatment doesn’t seem to be working, your lower back pain could be the result of something more serious. Disc Herniations: The Unlikely Culprit Within the general population, disc herniations are most common among older…
Preventative ACL programs at Virginia Therapy and Fitness Center {VTFC} utilize evidence-based research, including the information above, to create custom-designed ACL prevention programs. This results in maximized athletic performance and the best results in reducing the risk of an ACL tear.
RELEASED FEBRUARY 10, 2017 – VSI is proud to introduce Dr. Colin Haines as a ‘Spine Surgeon Leader to Know’, as recognized by Becker’s Spine Review! Dr. Haines’ background, reinforced by his clinical experience and treatment philosophy, positions him to provide progressive treatment solutions to get patients back to a pain-free lifestyle more quickly. Spine Surgeon Leader To Know Colin…
Dr. Christopher Good and the spine surgeons at VSI were recently featured on Washington DC’s leading local news channel, WUSA9. This team of nationally-recognized spinal specialists were recognized for pioneering the latest advances in spine surgery. Dr. Good, alongside his colleagues Dr. Schuler and Dr. Haines, were the first in the Mid-Atlantic region to perform this robot-guided surgery, and appreciate its…
Do you have tingling and numbness that goes in your buttock, leg, or even down to your toes? While this is unfortunately a common condition, the good news is that we have answers for you! There are many possible causes of your symptoms so a thorough and detailed exam is important in getting you back…
Walking your furry little friend is a great way to maintain a healthy daily exercise routine. In fact, regular walking can help with chronic low back pain. Walking is an essential exercise for the dog but as a caretaker it is important for you to continue walking without injuring your back. Follow these 5 steps…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FIRST MAZOR X™ SYSTEM UTILIZED IN MID-ATLANTIC FOR ADVANCED SPINE SURGERY PROCEDURE Dr. Christopher R. Good, Dr. Thomas Schuler and Dr. Colin Haines, Spinal Surgeons at VSI, Achieve Milestone in Spinal Health Care by Performing Most Advanced Robotic Spine Surgery. Reston, Virginia, February 1, 2017 — The award-winning spine surgeons at VSI are the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEBRUARY 2017: Congratulations to our nationally-recognized spine surgeons who were recently included in Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Doctors 2017. Spinal Specialists Dr. Schuler and Dr. Good were listed in ‘Spine Surgery’, Dr. Bharara was listed in ‘Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’, and Dr. Nguyen was listed in ‘Pain Medicine’. Northern Virginia Magazine recognizes the region’s best physicians through peer nominations and a…
School is out for summer and you’re headed to your favorite watering hole to beat the heat — the beaches, pools, and lakes. This time of year presents back pain sufferers with an excellent exercise alternative that doesn’t usually strain or add weight to the back. Many people with low back pain can properly modify…
