Crossfit after Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 21, 2015
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 […]
Can Large Breasts Lead to Back Pain?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 20, 2015
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 […]
Numb Tongue after Spine Surgery
Category: Neck Surgery, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 19, 2015
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 […]
Why do People Wait to Have Spine Surgery?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 18, 2015
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, […]
Spine Surgery for Military Veterans with Back Pain
Category: Back Pain, Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 13, 2015
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 […]
Motorcycle Accidents & Spine Injuries
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 12, 2015
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 […]
Can a Spinal Disc Injury present Heart Attack Symptoms?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 11, 2015
Thoracic spine injuries can present a variety of symptoms, some of which may be confused with those of a heart attack. The goal of this article is to clear up the confusion between these two conditions by answering the question: “can thoracic spinal disc injuries cause heart attack symptoms in a patient.” Heart Attack Symptoms […]
Do Posture Correctors Work for Scoliosis?
Category: Scoliosis | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 7, 2015
Scoliosis is a condition marked by a spinal curvature that can cause pain and mobility issues in patients. There are several treatment options for this condition, many of which we have discussed in previous blogs. One treatment we have not yet discussed is a posture corrector. This article will discuss posture correctors and their effectiveness […]
