Disc Replacement vs. Spinal Fusion: Quick Takeaways Disc replacement or spinal fusion surgery: It is one of the most common and yet most confusing decisions patients face when spine surgery becomes part of the conversation. In this episode of Get Back to Your Life®, VSI spine surgeon Dr. Colin Haines and physical therapist Larry Grine…
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…
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.
Stop Pushing Through Pain: Overview When It’s Time to Reassess: If your fitness goals keep getting derailed by pain, the answer usually isn’t more grit, it’s a better plan. In this episode, Dr. Niteesh Bharara and physical therapist Greg Morris explain why pain is information, not something to ignore, and why “waiting to get better…
VSI President Dr. Christopher Good discusses groundbreaking research and The Recovery Revolution™ on Fox 5 DC Morning News. For the 1.6 million Americans who undergo spine surgery each year, the operating room is only the beginning of the journey. What happens after surgery, the recovery phase that determines whether patients return to active, pain-free lives,…
Running offers incredible benefits for women, from cardiovascular health and stress relief to building strength and confidence. However, the unique anatomical and hormonal factors women face throughout different life stages require specialized knowledge for injury prevention, management, and safe training progression. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, expecting a baby, or returning to running postpartum, Khadija…
Sciatica Quick Facts As an interdisciplinary spine-specialized practice, we are fortunate to be able to offer our patients in-house nonsurgical care to often begin their treatment. One of the most effective nonsurgical methods is spine-specialized physical therapy. As the only spine-specialized physical therapy practice in the Metro-DC area, we not only serve our own patients…
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy is a structured, evidence-based approach to improving vestibular function and reducing symptoms related to balance and dizziness disorders. While it can require a significant investment of time and effort, many people find that it is an effective way to regain their quality of life and return to their normal activities.
If you are experiencing pain in your knee, specifically under your kneecap, one common cause of this may be Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), a condition in which the area under your kneecap is irritated and causes pain.
What if the secret to healing faster was already in the air you breathe? In a special on-location episode of the Get Back to Your Life® Podcast, Dr. Christopher Good, Spine Surgeon and President at VSI, reveals one of the latest breakthroughs in spine surgery recovery: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. This innovative treatment is now being…
