Key Takeaways If you have been told you may need spine surgery, you may be wondering about the differences between an endoscopic procedure and a traditional open spine surgery. Both approaches are designed to relieve nerve compression, reduce pain, and improve spinal function, but they differ significantly in technique and recovery. Endoscopic spine surgery uses…
Key Takeaways If you are trying to figure out what to do about back pain, you are not alone. Many patients reach a point where they are researching diagnoses, wondering whether they have the full picture, and trying to understand whether conservative care, surgery, or something in between makes the most sense. This Get Back…
Key Takeaways If you are dealing with persistent back or neck pain, you may be wondering whether spine surgery is necessary or if conservative care is enough. The truth is that most spine conditions improve without surgery. In fact, 90% of our patients recover fully without surgery. Structured treatments such as spine-specialized physical therapy, targeted…
Key Takeaways First Two Surgeons in VA, DC, MD, NC & WV to Perform 100+ prodisc L Surgeries VSI spine surgeons Dr. Colin Haines and Dr. Ehsan Jazini have reached a landmark achievement in lumbar spine care, each surpassing 100 implantations of the prodisc L lumbar disc replacement device. The two are now the first…
Key Takeaways A love of basketball runs deep. Once you’ve played the game, it’s hard to give it up. That’s why so many adults are part of recreational basketball leagues – long after they’ve stopped competing as student athletes. But beware! Americans are more likely to injure themselves playing basketball than any other sport. For…
Key Takeaways Back pain impacts 80% of adults in the U.S. at some point in their lives, according to NIH. In most cases, it develops due to muscle strain, disc-related issues, arthritis, or age-related changes in the spine. While some back pain improves with rest and conservative care, persistent or worsening symptoms may signal an…
If you are dealing with back pain, shoulder pain, or knee pain, one of the first questions that often comes up is: do I need an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI? It is a fair question, and it can feel confusing when each test sounds important but no one has explained the difference between these…
Chronic Back Pain Treatment: Key Takeaways If your back pain has lasted more than three months, you are likely dealing with chronic back pain. Unlike short-term soreness that improves with rest, chronic lower back pain often lingers and can begin to interfere with daily activities, sleep, and overall quality of life. The good news is…
Stem Cell Therapy Quick Facts: Is Stem Cell Therapy Right for Me? Stem cell therapy can be right for you for back or joint pain if you’re looking for an alternative to surgery with minimal downtime. In fact, celebrities and athletes alike are sharing their personal experiences of overcoming pain and injury with this beneficial…
Many herniated discs will heal to some degree over a period of weeks to months, depending on the individual. Movement and treatment directed at decreasing symptoms, improving functional deficits, and improving observed deficits is the quickest way to promote the healing of a herniated disc.
