Tethered Cord Syndrome – Causes & Treatments
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
In a previous article, we discussed spina bifida – a spinal birth defect. In this blog, we are going to talk about a related spinal condition known as tethered cord syndrome. We’ll take a look at the causes and risks of tethered cord syndrome and offer some tips for treating the condition. What is Tethered […]
Spine Injuries from Horseback Riding
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Horseback riding comes in many forms – from leisure riding, to professional horse showing competitions, to horse racing. All types of horse racing can lead to spine conditions and injuries, whether from an acute accident, or a repetitive stress injury that builds over time. The focus of this article is the effects of horseback riding […]
Radiofrequency Ablation for Joint Pain
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure typically used to treat pain in the facet or sacroiliac joints. In this blog post we are going to take an in-depth look at radiofrequency ablation as a procedure. We will examine what the procedure entails, and when it can be a useful treatment option for relieving joint […]
Cauda Equina Syndrome – A Rare Spinal Condition
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Cauda equina syndrome is a relatively rare spinal condition in which certain specific spinal nerves are severely compressed. The condition requires immediate medical attention to avoid paralysis. The topic of this article is Cauda Equina. We are going to define what it is, what causes it, and how to successfully treat it. What is Cauda […]
Bowel & Bladder Issues after Spine Surgery
Category: Minimally Invasive Surgery, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
When a patient is experiencing bowel or bladder control loss, minimally invasive spine surgery can often be an effective treatment option for returning control to the patient. However, sometimes patients experience bowel and bladder issues after their minimally invasive spine procedure. Here, we will explain the various potential bladder and bowel issues that can impact […]
Shoes that Increase & Decrease Back Pain
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
We wear shoes every single day – to and from work, at the gym, or at home. Most people don’t realize the impact that shoes have on back pain. Today we are going to look into how shoes impact back pain and spine conditions. We will examine how certain shoes can either increase or decrease […]
4 Tips for Sleeping after Spine Surgery
Category: Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Sleep is absolutely essential to a successful recovery from spine surgery. Without sufficient sleep, your body will not have the full ability to heal itself. A patient’s sleep schedule can be interrupted due to a number of surgery-related issues, including: anesthesia after-effects, anxiety, and pain from the surgical wounds. It is up to the patient […]
Emotional Recovery after Spine Surgery
Category: Minimally Invasive Surgery, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
We talk a lot on this blog about the physical aspects of the surgical process. An important element of surgery that often gets overlooked is the impact surgery has on a patient’s emotional and psychological well-being. In this article, instead of focusing on the physical aspects of recovering after spine surgery, we are going to […]
