What is an MRI?
Category: Minimally Invasive Surgery, Procedures | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a method of medical imaging. It allows health care providers to assess soft tissues and bones without an invasive procedure. MRI machines use a powerful magnet and radio-frequency sound waves to produce the images ordered by your provider. The magnet and radio waves interact with water and other molecules in […]
How Long Does it Take to see Results after a Spinal Decompression?
Category: Minimally Invasive Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
One of the most common questions I get from patient’s who are considering spinal decompression surgery is: How long does it take to see the results? Results are at the front of every surgeon’s mind. Every decision made is done so in with the goal of getting the best possible results for the patient. For […]
Vertebroplasty – Minimally Invasive Surgery for Spine Fractures
Category: Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
There are many conditions and injuries that can lead to a fracture of the spine including osteoarthritis, and blunt force trauma. In these cases, a vertebroplasty may be used to heal the fracture. In this blog we are going to discuss the vertebroplasty surgical procedure, what it entails, and when it is useful. What is […]
Professional Drivers with Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Many professional drivers (bus, truck, taxi, limo drivers, etc.) struggle with back pain on a daily basis. In this post we will discuss the common conditions that can cause back pain in professional drivers and explain how to effectively treat these conditions. Driving vs. Sitting at a Desk Professional drivers are required to stay seated […]
Will a Spinal Cord Injury Impact my Sex Life?
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Many people with spinal cord injuries want to know if and how their sex life will be affected by their injury. It’s a great question with a complex answer. In this blog we will discuss the ways in which spinal cord injuries impact a person’s sex life. Types of Injury The affect of a spinal […]
3 Famous Athletes who have benefited from Spine Surgery
Category: Procedures, Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Sports injuries are one of the leading causes of spinal cord injuries and related conditions. As we’ve discussed in a previous post, sports injuries can lead to back pain, whiplash, herniated discs, as well as paralyzing spinal cord nerve injuries. Professional athletes are well aware of the physical risks they face each day. Countless athletes […]
Does Everyone with SCI use a Wheelchair?
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Note: This is the final post in our two-week blog series on spinal cord injuries and related conditions. Read some of our previous posts here. Many (but not all) spinal cord injuries result in paralysis, and confine patients to wheelchairs. One of the more common questions we get regarding spinal cord injuries is: Does every […]
Golfing with Spine Injuries
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Golfing is a popular sport enjoyed by many of our patients. For some people it’s a relaxing hobby, for others it’s a competitive sport. Spine injuries and conditions can impact hobbyists and professional golfers alike. In this article we will discuss how certain spine conditions and injuries can impact a patient’s ability to play golf, […]
