The 4 Pillars Of Psychological Preparedness Ahead Of Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 10, 2026
The prospect of spine surgery can be daunting, and many patients find that they are anxious, nervous or stressed out about their upcoming operation. While these feelings aren’t unnatural, they can also have a negative impact on your physical health and your rehabilitation after surgery. We want to help our patients mentally prepare for […]
5 Things You Should Know About Your Rehab From Back Surgery
Category: Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 9, 2026
Although the surgical procedure will provide the technical correction, the bulk of your recovery will take place during the weeks that follow during your rehabilitation period. You need to use this time wisely to ensure you make the strongest recovery possible, because if scar tissue develops or you never work your way back to pre-operative […]
Artificial Disc Revision Vs. Artificial Joint Revision
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 5, 2026
Whether you’re considering having a spinal disc or your knee joint replaced, one of the first questions patients typically ask is if the implant will last the rest of their life. As you can imagine, we can’t always say yes or always say no because each patient is unique and has their own set of […]
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction For Back Pain Treatment
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 4, 2026
As we’ve talked about at length on this blog, it’s important that you don’t treat back pain from a purely physical perspective. Pain has an impact on our physical, mental and emotional health, so it’s important that you take a well-rounded approach to fully address the problem. Because of this, many spine pain experts are […]
What Do Spine Surgery Patients Want Most?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 1, 2026
If you’re considering or set to undergo spine surgery, we want you to take a minute and ask yourself, “What am I hoping to get out of this surgery?” Obviously you want the procedure to be successful, but what does that really mean in the grand scheme of life. We want patients to really think […]
Spinal Retrolisthesis Diagnosis And Treatment
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 25, 2026
Diagnosing Spinal Retrolisthesis If you’re dealing with any of the symptoms of spinal retrolisthesis, it’s important to head in for a consultation or set up an appointment with a spine specialist. They’ll talk with you about your symptoms, perform a physical exam and see how your body responds to gentle movements. From there, they may […]
Why Younger Generations Are Shifting Away From Opioids For Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 24, 2026
Although medical experts continue to try and improve the safety and effectiveness of opioid painkillers, they still carry a risk of dependance, addiction and overdose. Moreover, we’ve learned that although they can do wonders for a person’s back pain symptoms, opioids aren’t great at tackling the root problem, so they aren’t a great long term […]
Will A Steroid Shot Help My Neck Pain?
Category: Neck Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 23, 2026
We administer spinal injections pretty regularly to patients who are dealing with new or chronic issues in their spine, but these injections shouldn’t be viewed as a stand-alone or long-term option for your discomfort. It can be the perfect treatment for some patients, while it would be largely ineffective for others, so how can you […]
