Why Physical Therapy Is So Important After Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 15, 2026
If you are undergoing a spinal procedure, it is almost guaranteed that physical therapy will be part of your rehabilitation plan. PT is an essential aspect of the recovery process, which is why your care team and your physical therapist will regularly push you to pursue PT to the best of your ability. But why […]
5 Tips For Preventing Back Pain During Pregnancy
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 14, 2026
Your body will undergo some amazing changes as it adapts to your pregnancy and eventually prepares for the birth of your child. Your womb will expand, hormone production will ramp up and soft tissues will become more flexible in anticipation of the delivery process, and while all these natural actions are essential, they can also […]
Why Calcium Is So Wonderful For Your Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 13, 2026
We talk a lot about healthy dietary choices and why they are important on this blog, but we don’t always dive into hyper specific nutrient recommendations. That changes today as we talk about calcium, an essential mineral that helps keep our spines healthy in a number of different ways. Below, we explain why calcium can […]
The Role Of Physical Therapy After Spinal Disc Replacement
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 9, 2026
Some people assume that the removal of a damaged spinal disc and the insertion of a durable artificial component is all they need to put their neck or back pain behind them. The surgery is a crucial step in your recovery, but it’s not all you need to make a full recovery from your disc […]
One Question To Ask Any Spine Surgeon Prior To Your Operation
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 8, 2026
We love it when patients ask questions during initial or pre-op consultations because it shows that they are interested in learning more about their condition and treatment program. There are plenty of great questions to ask ahead of surgery, but one question seems to stand out from the rest, and it proves beneficial to both […]
How To Boost Your Vitamin D Levels To Improve Your Spine Health
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 7, 2026
Vitamin D plays a crucial role in many bodily processes, but it is particularly important for your spine health as it pertains to nutrient absorption. When your body has adequate levels of Vitamin D in its system, muscles and bones can more easily absorb key nutrients needed for growth and function. When Vitamin D is […]
E-Cigarette Use Linked To Increased Spinal Disc Herniation Risk
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 30, 2026
We’ve talked about the negative health effects of smoking and tobacco-related products on the blog in the past, and a new study may add to the mounting evidence that smoking can be hard on your spine. According to research out of Korea, smokers who use liquid-type e-cigarettes each day have up to a 1.42 times […]
Women Face Extra Challenges When Trying To Treat Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 29, 2026
We always tell patients that it’s important they seek out a provider who is willing to really listen to them and understand the unique challenges they are facing when it comes to back pain. This is especially true for women in light of some recent findings out of the United Kingdom. Below, we explain why […]
