4 Common Risks Of Laser Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 22, 2016
Laser surgery has become more popular in the operating room, helping doctors remove tissue with ease and precision. However, since the technique is more aimed at addressing damaged tissue, it’s not the most common device used during spine surgery. That being said, some surgeons rely on laser assistance during a minimally invasive or open spinal […]
Wireless Spinal Implant Helping Paralyzed Monkeys Regain Movement
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 21, 2016
A wireless implant has helped bridge the gap between the brain and the damaged spinal cord in monkeys suffering from partial paralysis. Spinal Implant Device Researchers say the device relies on an advanced brain recording and nerve stimulation system that uses a computer to decode and translate brain signals and send them to the area […]
Tips for Easing Back Pain During Menstruation
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 17, 2016
A menstrual cycle can take a serious toll on a woman’s body, causing problems like headaches, cramping and abdominal or lower back pain. These issues can go in waves and vary in intensity, leaving many women wondering if there is anything they can do to alleviate discomfort during their cycle. While there’s no surefire method […]
4 Ways Pressure Affects Your Spine
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 16, 2016
We stress and strain our spine with each step we take. Sometimes this pressure is beneficial because it can help us strengthen certain structures of our spine, while other times pressure can serve to slowly or swiftly cripple the integrity of our spinal column. Today, we take a closer look at four ways pressure, or […]
5 Tips For Alleviating Back Pain During Car Rides
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 15, 2016
Whether you’re planning on taking one last road trip before the snow hits or you just have some long drives in the future with Thanksgiving and Christmas on the horizon, odds are you’ll be spending some extended time in the car in the near future. There are plenty of ways to make the time pass […]
Vitamin D Essential For Patients With Spinal Cord Injuries
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 14, 2016
Recent medical research suggests that sufficient intake of Vitamin D can help keep conditions like depression and fatigue at bay after a spinal cord injury. Vitamin D and Spine Injury What’s more, researchers found that higher doses of Vitamin D supplements were associated with better pain scores than those who took a low dose supplement […]
3 Common Types Of Back Pain Explained
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 10, 2016
Spine pain comes in many different shapes and sizes. It’s estimated that more than 90 percent of the population will experience spine pain at some point in their life, but the source of everyone’s pain can be widely different. There are a number of different root causes of back pain, but they generally fall into […]
How Diabetes Affects Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 9, 2016
Although we’re getting better at managing diabetes and preventing problems associated with the condition, there are still some areas of life where diabetes can cause issues even when precautions are taken. One of those areas is surgery. Today, we take a closer look at how diabetes affects surgical success rates. Diabetes and Surgery Before a […]
