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Arm and neck pain can be a symptom of a variety of health issues including damage to the cervical spine. Learn how nerve damage affects the cervical spine.
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ACDF vs CTDR Surgeries: Who Is A Good Candidate For Cervical Spine Surgery?
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ACDF and CTDR are both cervical spine surgeries used to treat herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, and chronic neck or back pain.
How Strong Core Muscles Can Help Prevent Back Pain | 3 Exercises To Try
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A strong core is essential for a healthy back. Specific exercises and stretches can help alleviate and prevent back pain.
3 Tips To Prepare For Outpatient Cervical Decompression Surgery
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Preparation is critical for successful surgery. The outcome of cervical decompression surgery can be improved through 3 simple steps.
What Causes Adult Scoliosis? Reasons For Low Back Pain
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While scoliosis is most common in children, adults can also develop the condition. Scoliosis can cause low back pain, muscle spasms, and neck pain.
4 Tips For Regaining Mobility After Surgery: What To Expect
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Spine surgery can be an effective treatment, but recovery is a complex process. These 4 tips will help patients recover faster after surgery.
Cervical Decompression And Fusion Surgery: Treatment For Spinal Stenosis
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Spinal stenosis affects the upper and lower part of the spine. Cervical decompression and fusion surgery are used to treat the condition.
What Is The Connection Between Sciatica, Spinal Stenosis And Leg Pain?
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Sciatica can be a symptom of spinal stenosis which can cause leg pain. Treatment options include physical therapy, pain medication, and surgery.
When To Consider Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery For Spinal Stenosis
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Left untreated, spinal stenosis can lead to permanent muscle weakness and even paralysis. MIS can reduce pressure on the nerves and improve recovery time.
Should You Get A Microdiscectomy For A Herniated Disc? Consider Your Treatment Options
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Herniated discs can make daily life difficult. If conservative treatments fail, a microdiscectomy surgery may be an option.
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4 Neck Stretches To Do At Your Desk | Preventing Headaches And Neck Pain
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Staring at a computer all day can lead to neck pain. Prevent chronic pain by performing these 4 exercises every day at a desk.
Can Spinal Stenosis Make You Dizzy?
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Spinal stenosis is a common condition affecting the lower and upper spine. Besides the pain and numbness that come with the condition, could spinal stenosis be the reason for sudden bouts of dizziness?
Neck Pain: How To Find The Right Doctor For Treatment
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Neck pain can be very uncomfortable to deal with. Patients suffering from the condition should follow these tips for finding the right doctor for treatment.
What Is A Spinal Implant And Who Can Benefit?
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Spinal implants are medical devices that can repair and reconstruct the spine. Many patients with spinal disorders can benefit from this surgery.
3 Ways to Recover At Home After Back Surgery
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Proper recovery after back surgery is essential for improving quality of life. Here are 3 tips for recovery at home after surgery.
How To Talk To Your Doctor About Back Pain Using The Oswestry Disability Index
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The Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) is an assessment tool used to evaluate back pain and help providers treat a patient’s issues.
Is It Possible To Have Surgery Without The Use of Opioids?
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With a growing concern about opioid use, the medical community is searching for ways to reduce or even avoid the use of opioids during and after surgery.
3 Non-Surgical Treatments For Your Back Pain
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Non-surgical treatments have become an alternative to back surgery. Therapies exist to help treat pain for patients suffering from chronic back issues.
What To Expect After Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | Recovery Time
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Minimally invasive spine surgery has improved the quality of life for millions. The success of the procedure can depend on the steps taken during recovery.
Can I Have Opioid Free Back Surgery?
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Up to 7% of spinal surgery patients continue to take opioids one year after surgery. Protocols are being implemented that reduce or eliminate opioid use.
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