The Benefits Of A Standing MRI For Spinal Conditions
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 18, 2026
The standard magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique involves a patient lying down as they are guided into a machine that slowly uses magnetic waves to create a detailed rendering of soft tissues and bone inside the body. It is much more detailed than an X-ray, which is why it is preferred when smaller structures or […]
Causes & Symptoms of Thoracic Spinal Nerve Damage
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date:
Each one of your spinal nerves controls different functions and sensations, so the symptoms you experience can vary based on the exact level of damage. Before we touch on the symptoms, let’s explain where each one of these nerves traverses: T1 and T2 – These lead into nerves that go into the top of your […]
Physical Therapy’s Role In Your Recovery From Spine Surgery
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 17, 2026
The surgical procedure will lay the foundation for your journey to a healthier spine, but similar to the foundation on a house, there’s still plenty of work to be done if you want the best finished product. For the vast majority of patients, this work comes during their physical therapy sessions. But why is PT […]
Foraminal Spinal Stenosis By Location And Treatment Options
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date:
Although your spine is one long column, it’s typically categorized into three distinct sections. There’s the cervical spine, which is made up of the topmost seven vertebrae, your thoracic spine, comprising the middle 12 vertebrae, and the lumbar spine, which involves the five lowermost vertebrae. Different spinal issues can develop in each of these segments, […]
3 Things You Can Do Today For A Healthier Spine Tomorrow
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: September 14, 2026
If you’re one of the millions of Americans dealing with chronic or dull back pain, know that this doesn’t have to be your new normal. Odds are you can’t overhaul your back pain overnight, but there are a few simple things you can do today to help your back feel better tomorrow. Stack enough of […]
Lumbar Spinal MRIs & Common Misdiagnoses
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 24, 2026
Imaging tests give us an inside look at structures in the body, and oftentimes they tell us way more about an issue than a provider can surmise with a physical exam alone. The problem is that sometimes people assume that an imaging test will always provide them with a clear understanding of what’s going on […]
Could Eating More Fruits And Vegetables Stave Off Chronic Neck Pain?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: August 10, 2026
Posture improvement is the most common advice given to patients hoping to prevent and treat neck pain, but it’s not the only controllable factor worth considering if you want to decrease your risk of neck and spine pain. One oft-overlooked aspect of neck health is our nutritional choices, and a recent study decided to take […]
10 Spine Care Tips For People Of All Ages
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 26, 2026
If you want to have a strong and healthy spine throughout your life, you need to make sure you’re caring for it at ages, which is why we wanted to dedicate a blog to 10 things you can do at any age to help build a healthier spine. Below, we spotlight 10 things people of […]
