What To Expect After Spine Tumor Surgery
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 17, 2017
If you’ve been told that you need to undergo an operation to remove a tumor in your spine, odds are you have plenty of questions about what the future holds. Your doctor will walk you through the specifics of your operation based on your exact situation, but most patients who undergo a tumor removal have […]
Helping Veterans Manage Spine Pain
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 15, 2017
Spine pain is a very common issue in today’s society, but it is even more common in veterans. Not only are they routinely put through physical tests both in training and in the field, but they are often carrying 20-50 pounds of gear at the same time. The extra weight and the physical movements take […]
What Problems Are Most Likely to Happen During Spine Surgery?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 14, 2017
Even the most minor of surgical procedures carries with it some risks, but doctors and medical staff are always working hard to reduce the likelihood of problems or complications. One way in which medical teams work to prevent problems is by reviewing which mistakes are occurring and working hard to correct these issues. A recent […]
5 Ways Football Players Can Protect Their Spines From Injury
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 10, 2017
If you play high school football, two-a-days are probably underway. Football season is back, and that means players of all levels are putting on the pads and hitting the practice fields, but it also means we’ll undoubtedly see an uptick in injured players in our clinic. Back injuries are somewhat common on the football field, […]
What Are Spinal Lesions?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 8, 2017
If you’re dealing with spine pain and a visit to a specialist suggests that you’re dealing with a spinal lesion, you’re probably wondering exactly what that means. Is it a non-issue? Is it cancer? Is it somewhere in between? In today’s blog, we’re going to explain what a spinal lesion is, and we’re going to […]
Common & Uncommon Causes of Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 7, 2017
Back pain is very common, and roughly 90 percent of the population will deal with some sort of back injury at some point in the life. But while spine pain is common, not all types of spine injuries are common. Today, we take a closer look at three common causes of back pain, and three […]
6 Ways Chefs & Cooks Can Prevent Spine Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 3, 2017
Life in the kitchen can be hectic, whether you’re cooking for your profession or simply trying to survive a Thanksgiving dinner with the in-laws. You may not notice it because you’re so focused on meal prep, but your spine can take a beating after hours in the kitchen. Today, we’re going to share six tips […]
Surgery For A Torn Back Muscle
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 1, 2017
Most muscle injuries will fully recover with the help of a conservative treatment plan, but that’s not always the case. In serious instances where the muscle suffers a serious tear or it tears in a delicate location, surgery may be necessary. Below, we take a look at how back muscles can tear, and how surgery […]