The Causes & Treatment Options for Spinal Ganglion Cysts
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 21, 2017
Ganglion cysts are small growths that can develop in any joint in the body. Oftentimes they are asymptomatic, so many people who have them do not know they are there, and that’s completely fine. However, when they develop in the spine, they are often symptomatic and painful. Today, we explain why these growths occur and […]
Dispelling 3 Common Spine Surgery Fears
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 19, 2017
The prospect of undergoing a spinal operation can leave a person leaving nervous or downright afraid, and that’s not a healthy mindset to have heading into surgery. We can’t guarantee that everything will go perfectly 100 percent of the time, but we’ve found that some of the biggest fears people have coming into surgery aren’t […]
What You Can Learn From Your Back Spasms
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 14, 2017
Pain and discomfort is never fun, but that doesn’t mean it’s all bad. Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something is wrong and a change is needed. But if we listen to what our body is telling us, we can use that pain to help us find a solution. The same can […]
Spinal Fusion Surgery and PTSD
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 12, 2017
A recent study suggests that for one reason or another, roughly one in five patients who undergo a spinal fusion develop some type of post-traumatic stress disorder after their operation. The mental issue may not surface until months or even years after surgery, but that percentage suggests that not enough is being done to treat […]
Sitting vs. Standing Workstations & Your Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 11, 2017
A large portion of the American workforce sits behind a desk all day. Our bodies are meant to be active, and staying seated for long periods can cause problems for your spine. This led to the advent of the standing workstation, but research has suggested that they aren’t a cure-all for spine pain. So how […]
5 Ways Patients Stay Emotionally Healthy After Spine Surgery
Category: Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 7, 2017
Spine surgery can take a physical toll on your body, but it’s pretty easy to see the scars and project a rehab course for physical trauma. Emotional trauma is a different story. Not only is it impossible to visualize, treating it isn’t always straightforward. However, staying emotionally healthy after surgery is crucial to having a […]
The Causes & Treatment Options For Spinal Hematomas
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 6, 2017
A spinal subdural hematoma is a rare but very serious condition that develops when an accumulation of blood mechanically compresses the spinal cord. This problem can lead to serious complications if not addressed immediately, so today we’re going to share the symptoms and risk factors for the development of spinal subdural hematomas. Causes and Symptoms […]
5 Reasons Why Summer Can Make Spine Pain Worse
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 5, 2017
Minnesotans probably appreciate the warm summer months more than most, because we know what’s in store for winter, but summer can also offer some unique challenges for our spine. Today, we explain five reasons why summer can be difficult on your back, and why it can make spine pain worse. Travel Whether you’re taking a […]
