How Many Nerves are in the Spine?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 25, 2014
We have already discussed how the spine interacts with the body’s nervous systems and that the spinal column carries nerves from the brain to the rest of the body. In this article, we will take a closer look at the specific spinal nerves. Nerves in the Spine There are two primary nervous systems in the […]
What to Bring to Your Initial Appointment
Category: Procedures, Surgeons | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 24, 2014
When you make an appointment with a physician to discuss treating a pre-existing condition or pain, there are likely a lot of things running through your mind. Determining what exactly to bring to your initial appointment is difficult. That’s why we have compiled this list of items to bring with you to your appointment so […]
Can Crossing Your Legs Lead to Back Pain?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 23, 2014
Crossing your legs seems like a perfectly harmless act. Everyone does it (usually on a daily basis), and most people don’t even think twice about it. Although there are no immediately recognizable negative effects of crossing your legs, other than a brief tingling sensation in your foot, it can lead to some unseen consequences when […]
What to Expect During & After Your Surgery with Dr. Sinicropi
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 19, 2014
This is the second part in our blog series on how to prepare for your spine surgery with Dr. Sinicropi. Read part one here. During Surgery Most patients will need a bone graft during their spine surgery. Bone Grafts are small pieces of bone that act like cement to hold the vertebrae together to create […]
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction & Low Back Pain
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 18, 2014
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction (also referred to as SI Joint Disfunction) is a condition affecting the joint that joints the pelvis and the base of the spine. It can lead to intense pain in the lower back and legs. Read on to learn more about this condition and how it is best treated. Sacroiliac Joints The […]
How to Prepare for your Spine Surgery with Dr. Sinicropi
Category: Minimally Invasive Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 17, 2014
In the first of our two part blog series, we explain how to prepare for your spine surgery with Dr. Sinicropi. The next installment will focus on what to expect in the days following your surgery. Before Surgery Stop smoking if you can prior to your surgery. Smoking can cause issues with surgery by causing […]
My Spine Sticks Out – Should I be Concerned?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 16, 2014
One of the many common questions I hear in my practice (and see online) is: should you be able to see your spine? In other words, should you be able to recognize your vertebra through the skin on your back? That’s the topic for today’s blog. We’ll talk about why some people’s spines are more […]
Pars Stress Fracture – What are they & How can they be Prevented?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 12, 2014
A Pars stress fracture is a fracture of the spine that mostly occurs in young athletes. The fracture generally occurs as a result of excess bending and straightening of the spine. This article will dig into the condition, explaining its causes, symptoms, and strategies for prevention. Causes Par stress fractures are caused by extensive bending […]
