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 […]
Why Would Spinal Myelograms Be Used Instead Of An MRI?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 15, 2026
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, also known more commonly as an MRI, is a wonderful diagnostic tool that uses magnetic waves to recreate a representation of an area inside the body. Unlike a standard X-ray that only really highlights bone formation, the MRI also shows a clear picture of soft tissues in the spine, making it ideal […]
Should We Handle “Tech Neck” Like The NFL Handles Concussions?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 14, 2026
While we’ve always known that football is a particularly rough and sometimes violent game, the National Football League didn’t really begin to place an emphasis on preventing and understanding the effects of concussions until the last 10-15 years. During that time, the league has taken numerous steps to make the game safer and ensure athletes […]
The Purpose Of Different Types Of Spinal Hardware
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 13, 2026
If you’re in need of spinal surgery to address a stability issue, there’s a good chance your surgeon will insert some type of hardware to help secure specific areas during your operation. But what types of hardware may be used, and what functions do they perform to ensure your surgery is a success? In today’s […]
What You Can Learn From A Spinal MRI
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 8, 2026
An X-ray is the most commonly ordered imaging technique used to get a look inside the body, but it is limited in what information it can provide the doctor and patient. When you need a more accurate diagnosis covering a wider variety of spinal structures, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is oftentimes the best option. But […]
New Risk Factors For Spinal Stenosis Identified
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: July 1, 2026
Spinal stenosis involves the narrowing of one or more of openings through which key spinal nerves pass. When these nerve passages shrink, nerves become compressed, irritated or damaged, leading to localized or radiating symptoms. Oftentimes these openings narrow as a result of natural aging and structural degeneration over the years, but medical experts believe other […]
