How do you pick your back surgeon? It’s an important question for anyone needing to undergo spine surgery, and for Andrew Brunson – it’s something he’s had to do twice. Once in 2016 – when he had a spinal fusion on his neck at a major medical institution and then more recently in 2021 –…
Many Americans are struggling with uncertain times and the increased stress of the world while trying to dodge the major health risks. Prioritizing health concerns while life is moving at such a rapid pace can feel overwhelming but it’s important to advocate for your health and not be complacent and allow other health problems to…
The holiday season is upon us, and whether you’re flying, driving, or taking a train to visit family and friends, it’s inevitable to end up stationary for long periods of time. There are some very simple things that can be done to help make traveling more comfortable, and keep you out of pain. Here are…
If you feel like you’re hearing a lot lately about sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction – there’s a good reason for that. SI joints are the source of up to 25% of all back pain. Even so – they are not well understood by patients and diagnoses can be challenging when they’re the trigger of back…
RESTON, Va. (DC News Now) — According to the CDC, over 140,000 people died from opioid overdose in 2021. That’s an increase of over 24,000 from the year before. With the issue continually increasing, a team of doctors at the VSI conducted their own research to decrease the amount of prescription opioids being put into…
There’s a lot of talk about the power of Regenerative Medicine as a natural healing option for spine and other orthopedic conditions. But this innovative umbrella of treatments also holds great promise when it comes to aesthetics – helping people get back to feeling strong, happy, and confident about their appearance – and these benefits…
There are a lot of myths about what spine surgery recovery looks like and sisters Jamie and Lindsey Sharman were honest when they came to me for the initial consultation that they were very worried about them. “I had a lot of fear – a lot,” Jamie says. “I was scared of the recovery process,…
Backpacks are at the top of mind for many parents this back to school season. ABC News 7 interviewed Dr. Jazini for tips to making sure the weight of your child’s backpack isn’t impacting their spinal health. Weight Of Your Backpack Backpacks seem to get heaver and heavier each year, so it doesn’t come as…
Lots of people are intrigued by regenerative medicine and have heard promising information about the incredible power it has to promote healing. But there’s also a lot of confusion about what it really encompasses and how it works. Here’s my breakdown of how and why we use these innovative therapies from head to toe –…
You hear lots of talk about getting into shape for summer, but at the VSI, we focus on health, particularly back health. Summer is a time for being active: beach trips, swimming, outdoor activities, and more. To get ready, it’s essential to prepare your back for these activities. Let’s explore how to set health and…
