Insurance And Back Surgery – What You Should Know
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 3, 2026
The health insurance system in America is far from perfect, and that can make it difficult to understand your coverage in the event you need to have a procedure performed. That’s especially true when it comes to spine surgery, because these operations are incredibly common and quite expensive, meaning there are plenty of rules and […]
Why It’s So Important To Disclose Medication Use Before Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 27, 2026
Hundreds of millions of people take medications daily or semi-regularly to assist with the management of many different conditions, and while some people are an open book about the medications they take, others prefer to keep it a secret. And while it’s fine to keep that information private from friends or coworkers, you should never […]
Managing Swallowing Challenges After Anterior Cervical Spinal Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 14, 2026
You may assume that spine surgery is performed with the patient lying on their stomach so the surgeon can make an incision along the back, but sometimes it’s better for both the patient and surgeon for the operation to involve an anterior approach. Anterior cervical spine surgery means that the surgeon will create the opening […]
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Your Spine Surgery & How To Overcome Pre-Op Anxiety
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 7, 2026
It is totally normal to be a little nervous or anxious in the days and weeks leading up to your spinal procedure. It’s a big undertaking, and there are some risks associated with a surgical procedure, but it’s important not to let these emotions overwhelm you in the lead up to surgery or once your […]
5 Smart Meal Planning Tips After Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 5, 2026
The food that you put in your body in the wake of a back surgery is incredibly important to the wellbeing of your recovering spine. Not only is your body weakened as a result of the surgery and in need of key nutrients to assist with repair processes, but odds are you’ll also be physically […]
What Happens If My Incision Site Becomes Infected After Surgery?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 26, 2026
Surgical teams and patients are getting better at preventing the onset of an infection after spine surgery, but it’s impossible to get this risk down to zero. Despite everyone’s best efforts, it’s still possible that the incision site will become infected and additional management techniques will need to be pursued. But what are your treatment […]
What Is A Lumbar Hemilaminectomy?
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 25, 2026
With most surgeries, the goal of the operation is to address the underlying issue while leaving as much natural structure intact as possible, and that’s especially true with a lumbar hemilaminectomy procedure. Unlike a standard laminectomy, which resolves nerve compression by removing a part of the vertebra called the lamina, a hemilaminectomy only removes a […]
5 Traits That Set Great Spine Specialists Apart From The Rest
Category: Spine Surgery, Surgeons | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 11, 2026
All spine specialists have a wealth of knowledge about spinal conditions and treatment protocols, but knowledge alone doesn’t make a great spine specialist. The best of the best have some elusive traits that set their care apart from the rest. In today’s blog, we spotlight five traits to look for when you’re in need of […]
