Golfing with Spine Injuries
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 29, 2014
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, […]
Paraplegia vs. Quadriplegia: What’s the Difference?
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 26, 2014
Injuries to the spinal cord can be absolutely debilitating. The spine acts as a safe passageway for our nerves. Spinal cord injuries involving nerves can lead to disability, including paraplegia and quadriplegia. In this blog, we will discuss the differences between paraplegia and tetraplegia, and also talk about some treatment options for each. Paraplegia & […]
Are Bulging Spinal Discs Normal?
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 18, 2014
Bulging discs in the spine are one of the more common conditions we see in patients. Sometimes they are the result of an injuy; at other times, they are due to disc degeneration over time. Regardless of the cause, many patients we see wonder if bulging discs in the spine are “normal.” Normal vs. Natural […]
Where in the Spine does the Sciatic Nerve Originate?
Category: Nerves | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 17, 2014
The sciatic nerve is the biggest single nerve in the entire body. When it is negatively affected, patients can feel intense pain and loss of feeling in the legs. This blog is dedicated to the following reader question: Where exactly is the sciatic nerve located in the spine? In order to answer this question, we […]
What Kind of Doctor Should I Visit for my Back Pain?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 16, 2014
Back pain is incredibly complex, and can be the result of numerous conditions or injuries. To make matters more confusing for patients, there are a variety of physicians with different specialties that treat differing types of back pain. It can be overwhelming for a patient to figure out what kind of doctor to visit for […]
Can a Bulging Disc make your Fingers go Numb?
Category: Back Pain, Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 11, 2014
Tingling and numbness in the extremities can indicate nerve damage from a bulging disc in the spine. But can the numbness extend all the way to the fingers as well? That is the question we discuss in today’s blog. How Bulging Discs Cause Numbness Spinal discs rest between each vertebra and act as cushions for […]
Anterior vs. Posterior Approaches in Spine Surgery
Category: Procedures, Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 10, 2014
All minimally invasive spine surgeries require a small incision through which the surgeon can access the affected areas of the spinal column. This incision can either be made in the back itself (posterior) or in the stomach area (anterior). Both points of entry are legitimate but the exact method used depends on the area of […]
What is Spinal Instability?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 9, 2014
Spinal instability is sort of a blanket term used to describe a condition in which the spine cannot maintain its proper structure and placement under normal conditions. This article will discuss the causes of spinal instability, its symptoms, as well as treatment options for the condition. What Causes Spinal Instability? Spinal instability most commonly affects […]
