Dr. Stefano Sinicropi, M.D.

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4 Pillows for Neck Surgery Recovery

Category: Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Though we sleep on them every night, we don’t think about our pillows too often. Many people assume that a pillow is just a pillow and that they are all essentially the same. However, pillows come in many forms, and not all are created equally. A good pillow is especially important when you are trying […]

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What Happens when Spine Hardware Breaks?

Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

We have previously written about spine hardware – the possibility of it loosening over time, whether or not it can set off metal detectors, and its ability to make noise after surgery. In this article, we are going to discuss the likelihood of spine hardware breaking after surgery, and the steps you should take if […]

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Crossfit after Spine Surgery

Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Crossfit is a popular and intensive exercise program to get in shape fast. Many patients who regularly participate in crossfit programs want to know when they can return to crossfit after a spine surgery operation. This blog will talk about crossfit after spine surgery – specifically, whether or not a patient can do crossfit and […]

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Can Large Breasts Lead to Back Pain?

Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Back pain comes in many shapes and sizes, and its causes are numerous. One of the potential root causes of back pain that is not widely discussed is having large breasts, which can weigh a person down, negatively affect posture, and lead to pain in the back. In this article, we will tackle the question […]

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Numb Tongue after Spine Surgery

Category: Neck Surgery, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Numbness after a surgical procedure is always scary for a patient. As we have discussed before, it’s quite normal to experience some numbing after a minimally invasive spine procedure. However, there are times when it’s cause for alarm. In this article, we are going to discuss why a patient may experience a numb tongue after […]

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Why do People Wait to Have Spine Surgery?

Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Spine surgery can help patients with back pain return to a pain free life. But many are hesitant to undergo surgery – for many reasons. In this article, we will discuss some of the common reasons why patients decide to delay their minimally invasive spine surgery. Is Surgery the Best Treatment Option? First of all, […]

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Spine Surgery for Military Veterans with Back Pain

Category: Back Pain, Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Back pain and spine conditions are common among soldiers and military veterans. There are many factors and situations that can lead to the development of spinal injuries on and off duty. This blog article will focus on the various spine conditions and injuries a military veteran may encounter, and what surgical treatment options may help […]

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Motorcycle Accidents & Spine Injuries

Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

With the summer weather in full swing here in Minnesota, a lot of bikers have taking their motorcycles out of the garage and onto the roads. Motorcycle accidents can cause a variety of injuries to the spinal cord. In this article, we are going to discuss the various potential spine injuries a person can sustain […]

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