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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

1 days ago

“Can my Bertolotti’s bone grow back after it’s been ressected?” #Bertolottis #bertolottissyndrome

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

5 days ago

Seasonal allergies impcting anyone else lately?🤧 Taking your allergy pill is nothing to sneeze at!

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

3 weeks ago

Dr. Niteesh Bharara, avid basketball player and Director of Regenerative Medicine at VSI, shares his top tips for preventing basketball injuries with DC News Now's Good Day DC.
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#basketball #basketballinjury #sportsmedicine #injuryrecovery #sportsinjuryrecovery #regenerativemedicine #nonsurgical

As Seen on DC News Now: How to Avoid Basketball Injuries

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

3 weeks ago

Interest in weightlifting and bodybuilding has skyrocketed in recent years. However, in a world where strength training has immense benefits, the fear of injury often looms large.

Nearly a third of people who lift weights say they had an injury in the last 6 months; and many shy away from seeking treatment for spine issues, fearing they'll be sidelined forever.

But one patient is here to dispel that myth. Join us in this episode as we delve into the journey of a former competitive weightlifter and CrossFit owner who refused to let spine surgery dictate his fate.
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#weightlifting #crossfit #crossfitlife #backinjury #spinesurgery #discherniation #discreplacement #artificialdiscreplacement #fusion #spinalfusion #discreplacementsurgery #discreplacementrecovery #motionpreservation #motionpreserving #backsurgery #backsurgeryrecovery #spinemobility

Surgery to Strength - A Weightlifter's Victory Over Back Pain I Episode 56

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

3 weeks ago

Our Physicians and PT’s work great together to find the best solution for each patient. #VSI

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

4 weeks ago

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) can provide temporary relief for SI Joint pain. #lowbackpain #sijoint

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

1 months ago

Discover crucial insights and candid regrets from a seasoned doctor's perspective on knee surgery.

Long before becoming a doctor, Dr. Bharara was a patient himself, and his own experience undergoing two knee surgeries sparked a revelation – and some regrets. And he says, if he knew then what he knows now, he would never have chosen to have the knee surgeries. He openly admits that armed with his present knowledge, he would have opted out of the procedures altogether.

Join us for an enlightening dialogue with Dr. Bharara, a regionally-recognized Nonsurgical Sports Medicine Doctor and the Director of Regenerative Medicine at VSI. He shares eye-opening insights into modern alternatives to knee surgery. His expertise offers invaluable guidance for those seeking to reassess their pain solutions, favoring natural healing methods and alleviation over invasive procedures.

Whether you're contemplating surgery yourself or simply curious about the evolving landscape of orthopedic care, this podcast promises to enlighten and provoke thought, offering a fresh perspective on a topic that affects millions worldwide.

Key Moments:
0:00 - Intro
0:44 - The Injury that "needed" surgery
3:09 - What was knee surgery like?
4:45 - Risks & consequences of knee surgery
6:19 - Was surgery the right answer?
6:45 - Would you do it again?
8:48 - Steps to making the right choice - Get a diagnosis
9:55 - Steps to making the right choice - Get a second opinion
11:23 - Benefit to Regenerative Medicine
12:45 - The data supporting Regenerative Medicine
14:45 - PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) for knee injuries
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#kneesurgey #kneesurgeryrecovery #kneepain #meniscustear #meniscus #meniscus #osteoarthritis #osteoarthritistreatment #regenerativemedicine #nonsurgical

Rethinking Knee Surgery: Insights and Regrets from a Doctor

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

1 months ago

Dr. Niteesh Bharara, Director of Regenerative Medicine at VSI (Virginia Spine Institute) and avid basketball fan, shares his tips to prevent basketball-related pain and injuries 🏀

To learn more about Dr. Bharara, visit www.vsispine.com

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#marchmadness #marchmadness2024 #basketball #basketballtips #sportsinjuries #basketballinjury #sportsinjuryrecovery #injuryprevention #painrelief #painreliefexercises #regenerativemedicine

As Seen on Fox5 DC: Avoiding Injury During March Madness

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VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

2 months ago

A Victory Story: VSI's New Chapter | Episode 54

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