How Spinal Nerves Impact Your Reflexes
Category: Nerves | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 25, 2015
When most people hear the word reflexes, they picture a doctor smacking their knees with a rubber mallet during a physical checkup. In reality, we use our reflexes all day, every day – often without even realizing it. They are essential to our ability to function on a daily basis. When our reflexes are […]
Osteopenia, Bone Loss & the Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 24, 2015
Osteopenia is a condition in which a person’s bone density levels are lower than normal, increasing their risk of spinal fractures and other injuries. This article will discuss the causes and risk factors of osteopenia as they relate to conditions and injuries of the spine. What is Osteopenia? Osteopenia is a precursor to osteoporosis, in […]
Hives after Spine Surgery – What to Do
Category: Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 23, 2015
Hives are itchy red bumps on the skin, nose, throat, ears, and elsewhere that are most often caused by allergic reactions. Many people experience hive outbreaks and most often they are no cause for concern. However, hives that appear after a spine surgical procedure may indicate a more series condition. In this article, we will […]
4 Tips to Avoid Back Pain while doing Yard Work
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 22, 2015
Recently we wrote an article that offered some tips for dodging back pain while kayaking and canoeing. Continuing with that theme of summer activities that may cause back pain, this article will discuss a few tips for avoiding spine injuries and back pain when working in the yard this summer. Lift with your Legs, Not […]
Sciatica Pain vs. SI Hip Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 18, 2015
The first step in treating back pain (or any condition for that matter) is correctly diagnosing the underlying cause of the back pain. This can be difficult, as symptoms of various conditions and injuries often overlap. Symptoms of sciatica can be easily confused with Sacroiliac (SI) pain in the hip and joints. So in this […]
Degrees of Scoliosis & Treatment Options
Category: Scoliosis | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 17, 2015
Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) comes in various forms based on the degree of the curvature. Many patients with a slight degree of curvature are relatively unhindered by their scoliosis. However, patients with a significant curvature can experience pain and find it difficult to exercise and complete everyday tasks. The treatment options for scoliosis are […]
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment & Neck Pain
Category: Nerves | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 16, 2015
We talk a lot about nerves on this blog because they are absolutely essential for the brain to transmit signals to the various areas of the body. Unfortunately, nerves often get pinched, entrapped, or damaged. Generally, we focus on the nerves that pass through the spinal column. In this article, we will discuss the ulnar […]
Non-Union after Spine Fusion Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 10, 2015
We have talked previously about when and why spine surgeries fail. Now we are going to tackle a specific type of failed spine surgery called a non-union. In this article, we are going to discuss the potential causes of a non-union after spine fusion surgery. We will also offer some common signs of non-union and […]
