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When Back Pain is Nothing to ‘Cheer’ About

Cheerleading is an incredible popular sport, with more than 3 million involved across the US. These are serious athletes who can develop very serious injuries, especially along and around the spine. So we are talking in this episode with Dr. Colin Haines from VSI about how he helps competitive cheerleaders deal with back and neck…

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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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How To Have Your Friends Back & Help Them Get Pain Free

Who do you lean on when you’re in pain? For many, it’s family but there’s no question that friends are an enormous source of support when life gets hard, you injure yourself and are hurting too. In this episode, we have an extraordinary story of two friends who had each other’s back in a big…

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A Common Spine Surgery Dilemma: Motion Preservation vs Fusion

Discovering that you require back surgery can be an overwhelming experience, triggering concerns and leaving patients uncertain about the most suitable procedure. Join Dr. Christopher Good, an esteemed Spine Surgeon at VSI, as he unravels the contrasting aspects of two common approaches: traditional spinal fusion and motion preservation disc replacement. This enlightening podcast equips you…

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Golfing Without Pain

With nearly 25 million enthusiasts hitting the greens every year, golf is undoubtedly a beloved sport. However, as with any physical activity, it comes with its fair share of potential pains and injuries. Join us in this episode as we sit down with the renowned “Golf Doctor” himself, Pain Specialist Dr. Thomas Nguyen. Not only does…

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Fitness Tips For Fathers

There are tons of resources for new moms to get in shape after baby, but what about new Dads? New Dad and expert physical therapist VSI Physical Therapist says Dads need support, too – and they’re not getting it. Three months into parenthood, he’s developed a new workout routine around his newborn and parented through…