How a Tilted Pelvis can Lead to Back Pain
Category: Back Pain, Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
A tilted pelvis can cause serious issues in a patient including: pain, coordination issues, and increased risk of injury. In this article, we are going to discuss what exactly a “rotated” or “tilted” pelvis is and talk about the risks and treatment options available to those who suffer from the condition. What is a Tilted […]
Do Herniated Discs Heal on their Own?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
We have talked a lot about herniated discs in the spine and the various treatment methods available. But we have not touched on this recent reader question: “Is it possible for a herniated disc to heal on its own?” In this article we will talk about herniated spinal discs and whether they can heal on […]
Bertolotti’s Syndrome & the Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
There are many conditions and syndromes that can cause back pain in a patient. Today we are going to focus on a rather obscure and hotly debated condition known as Bertolotti’s syndrome. In this article, we will define Bertolotti’s syndrome and discuss its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. What is Bertolotti’s Syndrome? Bertolotti’s syndrome is a […]
Buttock Pain when Sitting (aka “A Pain in the Butt”)
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Buttock pain is (to lean into a cliché) a pain in the butt, particularly if the pain increases while sitting. Most people have no choice but to sit for a big chunk of the day – whether you work in an office or just want to sit down at home after work. We sit a […]
5 Common Spine Surgery Acronyms
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Spine surgery is incredibly complex. As with any type of surgery, there are a number of acronyms for conditions, procedures, and treatments that spine surgeons use regularly. Unless you are a medical professional, these acronyms will likely be nothing more than jargon to you. In this article we are going to break down a few […]
Pros vs. Cons of Spine Neurostimulators
Category: Spine, Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
We have briefly touched on neurostimulators before. Here we want to dig a little deeper and talk about the benefits and downsides of neurostimulator technology. In this article we will discuss the pros and cons of neurostimulators for treating spine conditions and injuries. What is a Neurostimulator? A neurostimulator is a small device that is surgically […]
Back Pain from Abdominal Swelling & Gas
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Everyone has experienced some form of abdominal swelling or gas in their lives. Depending on its cause, excess gas and swelling can result in back pain. Typically it’s no cause for alarm, but sometimes it may be indicative of a serious underlying condition. With that in mind, this article will focus on back pain due to […]
Types of Pain Medications & Addiction Levels
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Prescription pain medications are commonly used to curb pain following a minimally invasive spine surgery. However, there is a reason these medications require a prescription – they are highly addictive. Addiction to pain meds is a rampant issue in the US. In this article we are going to talk about the most addictive pain medications […]
