4 Common Spine Problems That Cause Leg Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 28, 2022
You might assume that spine surgeons only treat patients dealing with spine pain, but you’d be surprised to learn how many patients are suffering from a back issue that causes discomfort in another area of the body. One of the most common areas where spinal issues will lead to discomfort is in our legs. With […]
Will My Spinal Hardware Eventually Be Removed?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 20, 2022
Surgical devices like rods, screws, plates and wires can play an essential role in helping your body heal in a specific manner following a surgical procedure. Because of the complexity of your spine, it’s imperative that fractures and other issues heal exactly as expected to ensure stability in the spinal canal. Once this stability has […]
The Link Between Back Pain And Fatigue
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 19, 2022
While back pain is likely the most common symptom associated with a spinal issue, there are a number of other not-so-obvious symptoms that can be the result of your back condition. One such issue is fatigue. Back pain and fatigue oftentimes go hand in hand, and because of their relationship to one another it can […]
6 Ways To Protect Your Back If You Stand At Work All Day
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 14, 2022
Millions of Americans are on their feet for the majority of their day when they’re at work, and while movement and activity can help you stay healthy, too much standing each day can take a toll on certain areas of your body, like your feet, hips and back. If you stand all day at work, […]
Why Sciatic Nerve Pain Is Worse In The Morning
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 12, 2022
Sciatic nerve compression is a common cause of back pain. As we’ve talked about on the blog in the past, your sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body, starting in your lower back and branching down each of your legs. Compression anywhere along the nerve can lead to localized or radiating symptoms, and […]
6 Tips For Putting On Clothes After Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery, Surgery Recovery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 8, 2022
The process of physically getting dressed for the day is something that we oftentimes don’t pay much attention to unless we can no longer do it as easily as we once did. For many people who undergo a minimally invasive or open spinal procedure, it becomes evident rather quickly that getting dressed isn’t as easy […]
7 Tips For Finding Sciatica Relief
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 6, 2022
Your sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body, beginning in your lower back and traversing down each leg. Because of its size and the sometimes narrow areas through which it has to traverse, it’s not uncommon for the nerve to become impinged or compressed. When this happens, pain and other symptoms can set […]
Is Back Surgery Worth The Risk?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 31, 2022
If you are considering undergoing spine surgery, you want to weigh all your options and determine if it is the right option for you. Determining if the operation is worth the risk is also one of the main focuses of your spine specialist. Through conversations with one another, you and your provider can come to […]
