Traditional vs. Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Key Takeaways Surgical Approach: Traditional surgery requires a larger incision and more muscle dissection, while minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) uses smaller […]
Get Rid of That Pinched Nerve in Your Hip
Key Takeaways Stretch and Strengthen: Gentle stretches and strengthening exercises, like yoga or physical therapy, can relieve pressure on the pinched nerve […]
What is Ankylosing Spondylitis or Bamboo Spine?
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting multiple body systems. Usually, AS attacks the spine and sacroiliac joints, but it […]
What Causes Degenerative Disc Disease?
At the best of times, disc degeneration can lead to minor aches and pains. While at the worst of times, debilitating discomfort can bring your day to a screeching halt. Although back pain is a reality of life, you may not have realized that your intervertebral discs constitute one of the most vulnerable parts of your spine.
5 Common Types of Spinal Fractures
Spinal Fractures Made Easy: 3 Common Causes A spinal fracture occurs when a vertebra—the bony component of your spine—breaks. We often think […]
Treating Severe Foraminal Stenosis
The spinal cord is the central communication highway of the body, connecting the brain to nerves that extend from head to toe. […]
Meet Dr. Frazier: Top Spine Surgeon & Back Pain Doc in NYC & NJ
The spine is one of the most important structures in the entire body. It serves as a neural highway, with nerves branching […]
Say Goodbye to Your Pinched Sciatic Nerve
A lot of things can go wrong when it comes to the complicated structure of the nervous system. Especially when that something […]
Orthopedic Back Surgeon vs. Neurosurgeon: Find the Best Fit
When you have a problem that you just can’t solve, your first inclination is to call someone who can fix it. Obviously, […]
Do I Need Spinal Stenosis Surgery?
Is spinal stenosis surgery in your future? Consider this: The spine is a highly mechanical part of the human body. Not only […]
Osteoporosis in Patients with Celiac Disease
At any given moment, there are at least 3 million people in the United States who are living with celiac disease. This […]
Self-Care Solutions for Neck & Back Pain
Living with chronic neck and back pain can certainly be difficult. Every bend, twist, or turn of the head becomes a constant […]