Back Pain Tied To Increased Risk Of Other Unwanted Health Issues
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 7, 2026
A study out of Brazil found that people with chronic back pain are at a much higher risk for other adverse health conditions than those without spine pain. While the study only showed a correlation, not causation, it’s really not all that surprising that chronic back pain is tied to other health risks. Back pain […]
The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery For Complex Spinal Procedures
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 6, 2026
The spine is a very complex system, and because of this, sometimes complex surgery is needed to address a complicated problem. In these instances, a spine surgeon may recommend a robot-guided spinal surgery. The surgeon is still performing the operation, but they are using image guidance and robotic instruments to carry out the act. These […]
Why Do So Many Back Surgeries Fail?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 5, 2026
When exploring Google Trends in an effort to come up with a blog topic, we noticed the title of this article was a popular search. Why do so many back surgeries fail? That’s an interesting query, because most back surgeries go exactly as planned. Of course, no surgery has a 100 percent success rate, but […]
3 Reasons To Seek Out A Second Opinion Before Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 31, 2025
A second set of eyes helps in many walks of life. Having your roommate proofread your term paper can help you avoid errors that you failed to catch, just like taking your car to a different mechanic can sometimes help you save money on repair costs. The same goes for your health. Having a second […]
The Importance of Reshaping Our View Of Spine Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 30, 2025
Dealing with acute or chronic spine pain can be extremely stressful on both your mind and body. Because it’s easier to understand the physical impact of a spine issue, many patients overlook how their discomfort is affecting their mental and emotional state. Without the right mindset, it can be extremely difficult to overcome your back […]
5 Ways The Holidays Can Contribute To Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 29, 2025
The holiday season is upon us, and while we’re told that the season is supposed to be merry and bright, many people find that their holiday season is made more difficult because of new or worsening back pain. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that back pain can develop or worsen during the hectic holiday […]
Common Actions To Avoid If You Have Low Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 23, 2025
One of the most common questions we get asked by patients with low back pain is in regards to which daily activities they can and can’t perform. Patients don’t want to end up making their pain worse by pursuing certain activities, but at the same time, as we’ve documented time and time again on this […]
Weight Loss With Sciatica – Tips And Tricks
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 22, 2025
Many people with sciatica are told by their physician that losing just a little weight can go a long way in decompressing the affected nerve and relieving symptoms. However, losing weight while you’re dealing with sciatica is no easy task. Odds are your nerve discomfort is making it hard to move comfortably, and regular movement […]
