4 Spine-Friendly Fall Activities in Minnesota
Category: Back Pain, Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
As fall approaches, the days get shorter and colder, and Minnesotans start to hunker down for winter. This typically means less time spent outdoors. But there are many wonderful fall activities that one can partake in. This article will offer four great spine-friendly activities for the fall that will keep you active while avoiding back […]
I’ve Tried Everything for my Back Pain – What Next?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Chronic back pain can disrupt a person’s ability to work, enjoy life, and even walk. Even more frustrating than the pain itself is when treatment methods fail to reduce the pain. In this article, we are going to discuss what to do for your back pain when it seems like you’ve tried all the treatment […]
Medical Tourism & Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Medical tourism for certain surgical procedures has become rather popular, but it comes with its own risks. In this article, we are going to talk about medical tourism – in other words, travelling to another country in order to undergo a surgical procedure. We will discuss the pros and cons of medical tourism, and explain […]
Orthopedic Spine Surgeon vs. Pain Management Specialist
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
With so many sub-specialties of medicine, it can be difficult to figure out what kind of medical professional to see for your back pain. In this article, we are going to talk about the similarities and differences between a pain management physician and an orthopedic spine doctor. Pain Management Specialist A pain management specialist is […]
Is There a Link Between Back Pain & Heart Conditions?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
We talked in a previous blog about the possible link between back pain and heart attacks. Now we are going to discuss other heart conditions as they relate to back pain. In this article, we will discuss the potential connection between back pain and various heart conditions. Back Pain & Related Conditions As we have […]
Thoracic Hemangioma – Treating Spine Tumors
Category: Spine, Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Thoracic hemangioma is a big medical term for a benign spinal tumor. These growths near the spine are not as dangerous as malignant spinal tumors, but they should be treated anyway, as they can seriously interfere with the nerves and other structures in the spine. In this article, we will discuss thoracic hemangioma – what […]
Spinal Disc Rupture after Laminectomy
Category: Back Pain, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Spine surgery can be a life-changing treatment, but some patients continue to have back issues after their procedure. Whether because of a surgical error, or because of an injury after the procedure, spinal disc ruptures post-op need to be identified and treated right away. In this article, we will talk about laminectomy surgery and the […]
International Travel after Spine Surgery
Category: Back Pain, Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
In a previous blog article we talked about some tips for avoiding back pain while flying. Here we are going to take that a step further and discuss how to avoid back pain during lengthy international flights. We will also talk about the potential restrictions on international travel after a spine surgery. Is it Safe […]
