Tiger Woods Still Dealing With Aching Back, Will Skip Masters
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Golf’s most prestigious event will go forward without its most iconic golfer, as Tiger Woods announced over the weekend that he would be skipping The Masters in an effort to ensure his spine is at its healthiest when he returns to the course. Woods held out hope that he would be able to return to […]
5 Tips To Prevent Spine Pain For Truck & Semi Drivers
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Truck and semi drivers often drive long hours or through the night to get their fleet to the destination on time. Their job can take them to some pretty interesting destinations, but it can also take a severe toll on their spine. You may be confined to a desk at your job, but at least […]
What is a Lumbar Foraminotomy?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
A lumbar foraminotomy is a surgical procedure performed to increase the area or space around one or more of the neural foramina of the lumbar region. The goal of the procedure is to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves in the area. A person may need a lumbar foraminotomy operation for a number of reasons, […]
Should I Get A Second Opinion Before Spinal Surgery?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
You’ve probably heard the expression “two heads are better than one,” and while it’s often true that two people can typically come up with better solutions to a problem than one person, it’s simply unreasonable to think that you’re always going to get multiple opinions before making every decision. You may ask a co-worker in […]
How High Heels Can Impact Your Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
High heels may be the most fashionable footwear on the market, but they can also do a number on your back. We’re not here to tell you never to wear heels, but we want to explain what heels can do to your spine so you’ll consider wearing them in moderation. So without further ado, here’s […]
Why Your Spine Consultation Needs To Be a 2-Way Conversation
Category: Spine Surgery, Surgeons | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
When people find themselves in a room with an expert, oftentimes they are compelled to stay quiet and listen to everything the expert has to say. Most times this is a great way to get a large amount of information, but the best learning also involves asking questions. These questions can have a variety of […]
Growth Capsules Could Be Spinal Repair Breakthrough
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Did you ever play with those tiny little spongy capsules as a kid that took shape when you placed them in water? You know, these ones. They were cool when you were young, but adults are raving about a similar technology that is helping patients recover from spinal injuries. Scientists are experimenting with a biodegradable […]
4 Exercises To Reduce Spine Pain in Cyclists
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Bicycling can be a leisure activity fit for a Sunday afternoon, but don’t tell that to competitive cyclists. To them, and to anyone who gets their workout in on a bike, cycling can be a very demanding sport. With those extreme physical demands comes pain, especially in your spine, which is rarely in a relaxed […]
