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The Power of Friendship in Overcoming Back Pain

Dealing with back and body pain is never easy — but it’s especially hard when you shoulder it alone. Studies show people assess the level of their own pain… and cope better with it when they are connected to others instead of feeling isolated to deal with it on their own. That’s something that Crystal…

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As Seen on Fox5 DC: Solving a Medical Mystery — Bertolotti Syndrome

When debilitating back pain began to impact Maggie’s ability to cheer and attend school, she sought help from VSI. After diagnosis and successful treatment for what Dr. Haines discovered to be Bertolotti Syndrome, Maggie is now back doing what she loves as a cheerleader for Clemson University. Dr. Colin Haines, Spine Surgeon; and his patient,…

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What To Do When Back Pain Makes It Impossible To Work

About 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their life so it’s no surprise that it deeply impacts many people’s workday. Whether your job is physical and keeps you on your feet all day — or you’re a desk warrior sitting 8 hours a day — back pain can definitely get…

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The Healing Power of Yoga: Insights from a Spine Surgeon

Join us for an enlightening discussion about the benefits that yoga has on our mental and physical well-being – spine health included!  While yoga is commonly known for its ability to soothe anxiety and tension within in the body, its trememdous physical benefits also help to create a foundation within our bodies which supports a…

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As Seen on WPIX11: Summer Heat & Back Pain

As dangerous heat sweeps the country, impacting 77 million people under direct heat alerts, Americans may experience worsening back pain for a myriad of surprising reasons this summer.  Dr. Christopher Good, discusses the surprising link between summer heat and back pain – including tips to reduce the likelihood of experiencing worsening back pain during this scorching season. Watch the Video on Youtube