Spinal fusion surgery is a life-changing procedure for those in chronic pain from scoliosis, arthritis, an accident, a herniated disk, or some serious back injuries. Spinal fusion uses techniques that mimic the body’s healing process when you’ve broken a bone. By fusing two or more vertebrae together, you gain spinal stability and strength. The recovery […]

One in every five workplace injuries is a back injury. This may say something about our need to improve workplace safety. However, it also indicates just how common these types of injuries are. Back pain is hard to ignore, but many of us try to. We may think we are too busy or we will […]

There are many common causes of back pain that can leave you feeling tight, in pain, and extremely irritable without relief in sight. Fortunately, knowledge is power. That’s why we often share tips for dealing with back pain on your own. But knowing the cause of your pain is your starting point. In this article, […]

Meet the Patient The patient was a 68-year-old male with diabetes and severe sacroiliac pain. The patient communicated with Dr. Frazier that he had extreme difficulty traversing uneven terrain, as well as difficulty sitting for prolonged periods of time. Here are a few characteristics that the patient shared with Dr. Frazier that were relevant to […]

Arthritis is a relatively common condition, but it is still not fully understood even today. The confusion starts with the fact that the condition is not simply one disease. In fact, arthritis breaks down into hundreds of different joint pain categories. The pain from the condition ranges from chronic, dull aches to sharp, debilitating misery. […]