How To Safely Develop A Spine Strengthening Exercise Routine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 5, 2021
One of the most common complaints about getting older is how we wish we could go back in time and do things a little differently. Oftentimes people wish they would have taken better care of their back in their youth so that it wouldn’t be as painful as it is currently. And while we may […]
January And Your Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 4, 2021
2020 is officially in the rearview mirror, and while we’re all probably glad about that, the changing of the calendar means it’s also time for another installment of how each month can be hard on your spine. We’ve already explored how August, September, October, November and December can be hard on your spine, and this […]
Do Spinal Support Belts Actually Work?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 31, 2020
If you have a bad back, odds are you’ve done a little research to see if there are some ways you can prevent or limit back pain throughout your day. This sentiment is especially true for manual laborers who stress their spine each and every day through a variety of physical activities. Oftentimes these individuals […]
Understanding The 4 Most Common Spine Surgery Procedures
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 28, 2020
More than 500,000 spine surgeries are performed in the US each year, and while no two spines are exactly the same, oftentimes the type of operation is similar. In fact, four specific procedures make up the majority of spinal operations performed each year. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at the four most […]
The Similarities Between Caring For Your Christmas Tree And Your Spine
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 24, 2020
If you’re like a lot of people this time of year, you have a Christmas tree displayed somewhere in your house. And if your tree is real, you know that you need to take care of it if it’s going to survive through the holiday season. In fact, caring for your Christmas tree is a […]
What Drives Spine Surgery Dissatisfaction After A Successful Operation?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 21, 2020
It would stand to reason that after a successful spine surgery procedure and the realization that they are in less pain than they were before that a patient would be satisfied with the outcome of their operation. However, that’s not always the case. Recently, a group of researchers sought out to uncover why some patients […]
Virtual Spine Surgery Consults Proven Effective
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 17, 2020
As the coronavirus continues to make its presence felt in Minnesota and across the United States, more physicians are adapting to ensure they can still see patients in a safe manner. We’ve increased our sanitation efforts and worked to limit contact between patients in our waiting rooms, but we’ve also added virtual consultations as a […]
Why One Appointment With A Spine Specialist Can Make All The Difference
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: December 14, 2020
Back pain is one of the most common conditions that the average person has to deal with as they get older, and many people incorrectly believe that it is just a normal part of getting older. As we discussed in a previous blog, back pain is never normal and it’s not something you should just […]
