The 4 Pillars Of Psychological Preparedness Ahead Of Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 10, 2026
The prospect of spine surgery can be daunting, and many patients find that they are anxious, nervous or stressed out about their upcoming operation. While these feelings aren’t unnatural, they can also have a negative impact on your physical health and your rehabilitation after surgery. We want to help our patients mentally prepare for […]
Artificial Disc Revision Vs. Artificial Joint Revision
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 5, 2026
Whether you’re considering having a spinal disc or your knee joint replaced, one of the first questions patients typically ask is if the implant will last the rest of their life. As you can imagine, we can’t always say yes or always say no because each patient is unique and has their own set of […]
What Do Spine Surgery Patients Want Most?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 1, 2026
If you’re considering or set to undergo spine surgery, we want you to take a minute and ask yourself, “What am I hoping to get out of this surgery?” Obviously you want the procedure to be successful, but what does that really mean in the grand scheme of life. We want patients to really think […]
The Problem With Delaying Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 16, 2026
We all put things off from time to time, especially if it’s not something we’re looking forward to. Whether that’s studying for a test or doing the dishes, oftentimes we’re not all that worse for the wear as long as we eventually buck up and do what we need to do. Unfortunately, that same logic […]
Eating Your Way To A Healthier Spine After Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 11, 2026
A multifaceted approach is necessary if you’re hoping to make the strongest recovery after spinal surgery. You’ll need to rest in the short-term before working to strengthen your back with the help of physical therapy exercises, but one aspect of recovery that is easy to overlook is your diet and nutrition intake. Eating the right […]
How To Help Nerves Heal After Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 4, 2026
One of the most common reasons for a patient to need spine surgery is due to an issue with one or more spinal nerves. Perhaps a nerve is compressed, damaged or incorrectly sending out pain signals, and conservative care isn’t providing relief. Surgery can help correct the problem, but that nerve and any other areas […]
The Benefits Of Robotic Surgery For Complex Spinal Procedures
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 6, 2026
The spine is a very complex system, and because of this, sometimes complex surgery is needed to address a complicated problem. In these instances, a spine surgeon may recommend a robot-guided spinal surgery. The surgeon is still performing the operation, but they are using image guidance and robotic instruments to carry out the act. These […]
Why Do So Many Back Surgeries Fail?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 5, 2026
When exploring Google Trends in an effort to come up with a blog topic, we noticed the title of this article was a popular search. Why do so many back surgeries fail? That’s an interesting query, because most back surgeries go exactly as planned. Of course, no surgery has a 100 percent success rate, but […]
