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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

2 days ago

When walking, focus on posture (tall through the spine, head and shoulders back), take slightly longer strides, and keep a good pace. If symptoms appear after walking for a certain amount of time, stop walking just short of that threshold to rest and repeat the cycle again if you are able.

Have questions about exercising with low back pain? Our athletic trainers can help - Schedule a consultation and assessment today.

#physicaltherapy #lowbackpain #spinehealth #backpainrelief #walkingtips #movementismedicine #rehab #orthopedics #restonva #northernvirginia #vsiphysicaltherapy

“What’s the best exercise for low back pain?” Our answer: Walking ✅

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

2 weeks ago

What if the secret to healing faster was already in the air you breathe?

In this special on-location episode of Get Back to Your Life® podcast, Dr. Christopher Good, Spine Surgeon and President at VSI, breaks down one of the latest breakthroughs in spine surgery recovery, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and how it’s being used right here at VSI to help people who suffer from back and neck pain recover faster.
VSI’s state-of-the-art hyperbaric oxygen chamber delivers 100% oxygen under increased pressure, flooding the body’s tissues with oxygen to accelerate healing, reduce inflammation, and optimize recovery after spine surgery or orthopedic procedures. Dr. Good explains how Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy works, who benefits most, and why it’s quickly becoming a cornerstone of comprehensive recovery care.

At VSI, hyperbaric oxygen therapy represents more than a new technology, it reflects a new philosophy of healing. It’s part of VSI’s Recovery Revolution™, a patient-first model/movement that reimagines what recovery should look like before, during, and after spine surgery. Backed by data from a 50,000-patient study, VSI’s recovery model/approach to recovery combines advanced surgical techniques, regenerative therapies, and proactive recovery planning to help patients heal faster, reduce pain, and return to life stronger than ever.

🎧 Listen to learn:
- How oxygen therapy accelerates healing and reduces pain
- Why it’s becoming a key tool in spine surgery recovery
- What a hyperbaric session feels like, and who should consider it
- How oxygen therapy fits into VSI’s Recovery Revolution™ model for optimal recovery outcomes.

Want a closer look? Follow along Dr. Good’s own hyperbaric session inside the chamber here: https://youtu.be/kdEhfTjIrAo

For additional resources & support, visit our website at VSISpine.com.

Oxygen Therapy: The Key To Accelerated Recovery

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

2 weeks ago

Word to the wise: don’t believe everything you read online!

Finding a medical team who truly listens to you as a patient AND a person ensures not just a successful spine surgery but more importantly a successful recovery as well.

#spinesurgery #spinesurgeryrecovery #spinalfusion

Lesson of the Day: Don’t believe everything you read online! #spinalfusion

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

2 weeks ago

Introducing The Recovery Revolution™ at VSI: a patient-first, data-driven approach that reimagines spine surgery recovery. For over three decades, we've set the gold standard. Now, we're raising it even higher.

What is The Recovery Revolution™?
Recovery is no longer an afterthought. At VSI, it's proactively planned before your procedure even begins and supported long after with integrative therapies that accelerate healing and reduce pain. Our approach combines proven research, expert surgical techniques, exclusive therapies, and personalized care, all under one roof.

Research-Backed Results:
VSI spine surgeons led one of the largest nationwide studies of its kind, analyzing outcomes from more than 50,000 thoracolumbar spinal fusion cases by 1,352 surgeons at 138 centers across the US. The findings are clear: patients who have structured, supported recovery plans heal faster, have fewer complications, and report less pain.

Built on proven, lasting principles:
✓ Research: Evidence-based protocols and data-driven care paths
✓ Expert Team & Technique: Nationally recognized spine specialists
✓ Our Model: Integrated, comprehensive care under one roof
✓ Patient Experience: Concierge-level support at every step
✓ Tools & Therapies: Exclusive recovery modalities available only at VSI

Exclusive Recovery Therapies:
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
- Aquatic Therapy
- Laser Therapy
- Shockwave Therapy
- Spine-Specialized Manual Physical Therapy
- Functional Medicine
- Therapeutic Massage
- Acupuncture
And more

Ready to experience recovery the way it should be?
📞 Schedule a consultation: (703) 709-1114
🌐Learn more: https://www.spinemd.com/recovery

#RecoveryRevolution #spinesurgery #spinerecovery #VSI #spinecare #backpainrelief #neckpainrelief #physicaltherapy #integrativehealth #postsurgicalcare #spinehealth #motionpreservation #minimallyinvasivesurgery #WorldSpineDay #GetBackToYourLife

The Recovery Revolution™ | Advanced Spine Surgery Recovery at VSI®

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

3 weeks ago

We asked our PA’s: If you weren't a Physician Assistant, what would you be?

Thankful for our wonderful physician assistants this week and every week!

Drop a 🙌 in the comments if you’re grateful they chose to be PA’s

#NationalPhysicianAssistantWeek #NationalPAWeek #PAweek #physicianassistant #healthcareheroes #PAappreciation

PA Week Q&A: If you weren't a Physician Assistant, what would you be?

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

4 weeks ago

Did you know: Drinking coffee, at the right time, can actually BENEFIT those who suffer from migraines!

Here’s why: caffeine can narrow blood vessels and ease the inflammation that often triggers migraine pain.
…But balance is everything: too much or cutting back too fast can have the opposite effect. 😳

For more info from VSI Neurologist, Dr. Ella Akkerman, visit vsispine.com

#migraine #migrainerelief #neurologist #coffeelover #coffeebenefits

Fun Fact: Coffee could HELP with your migraines! #migrainerelief

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

1 months ago

Recovery isn’t just about what happens after treatment… at VSI, it starts before your procedure, and continues long after! Our new hyperbaric chamber is a powerful tool for both patients and athletes to:

⚡️ Accelerate healing
⚡️ Reduce inflammation
⚡️ Optimize wellness at every stage

Take a look inside the chamber with @dr.chris_good ▶️ Full walkthrough now on YouTube.
🔗 in bio.

#hyperbaricoxygentherapy #hyperbaricchamber #HBOT #surgeryrecovery #recoveryrevolution

New at VSI: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy #HBOT

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

1 months ago

Viral posts are saying regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy do not work. That is not the full story.

In my practice, I have seen patients regain mobility and significantly decrease their pain with carefully selected regenerative medicine treatments, including stem cell therapy. Our goal is to activate the body’s healing process with evidence-based care.

This therapy is not one size fits all and it is not for everyone, but it should not be dismissed because of misinformation. If you want to know whether it might help you, send a DM or call us and we will talk through the facts.

#stemcelltherapy #prptherapy #regenerativemedicine #stemcelltherapy #misinformation #mythbusting #stemcelltherapy

Does stem cell therapy really work?

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

1 months ago

Weighted vests are taking over social media, with claims they can improve posture, strengthen your back, maintain bone density, and build muscle. But do they actually live up to the hype?
NBC4's health team spoke with Dr. Colin Haines, a spine surgeon at VSI, to get the facts about this popular fitness trend that's everywhere on Instagram and TikTok.

In this segment, Dr. Haines breaks down:

- How much weight you should start with (hint: it's only 5% of your body weight!)
- Why walking with a weighted vest is better than running
- How weighted vests can help maintain bone density
- Who should avoid using them
- The efficiency of using a weighted vest

Dr. Haines demonstrates proper weighted vest usage and explains why this low-impact addition to your walking routine might be the perfect way to maximize your workout time. Whether you're looking to make your cardio more efficient or wondering if the weighted vest trend is right for you, you'll find the answers you need.

Key takeaways:
✅ Start with 5% of your body weight
✅ Stick to walking, avoid running
✅ Great for bone health and core engagement
✅ Perfect for making workouts more time-efficient

Read more here: https://www.spinemd.com/resources/news/do-weighted-vests-work/

💡 For more information about Dr. Haines, visit https://spinemd.com/medical_team/dr-colin-haines/
📲 Follow Dr. Haines on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.colin_haines/

#weightedvest #walking #spinehealth #fitness #NBC4 #lowimpactworkout #cardio #bonehealth #VSI #DrColinHaines

Are Weighted Vests Safe? Doctor's Honest Review + Demo

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