The Role Of Physical Therapy After Spinal Disc Replacement
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 9, 2026
Some people assume that the removal of a damaged spinal disc and the insertion of a durable artificial component is all they need to put their neck or back pain behind them. The surgery is a crucial step in your recovery, but it’s not all you need to make a full recovery from your disc […]
One Question To Ask Any Spine Surgeon Prior To Your Operation
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 8, 2026
We love it when patients ask questions during initial or pre-op consultations because it shows that they are interested in learning more about their condition and treatment program. There are plenty of great questions to ask ahead of surgery, but one question seems to stand out from the rest, and it proves beneficial to both […]
How To Boost Your Vitamin D Levels To Improve Your Spine Health
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 7, 2026
Vitamin D plays a crucial role in many bodily processes, but it is particularly important for your spine health as it pertains to nutrient absorption. When your body has adequate levels of Vitamin D in its system, muscles and bones can more easily absorb key nutrients needed for growth and function. When Vitamin D is […]
E-Cigarette Use Linked To Increased Spinal Disc Herniation Risk
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 30, 2026
We’ve talked about the negative health effects of smoking and tobacco-related products on the blog in the past, and a new study may add to the mounting evidence that smoking can be hard on your spine. According to research out of Korea, smokers who use liquid-type e-cigarettes each day have up to a 1.42 times […]
Will Tiger Woods’ Spine Keep Him Out Of The Masters In 2026?
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 28, 2026
Golf’s most prestigious tournament is only a few weeks away, and many are wondering if Tiger Woods, perhaps the most recognizable face in today’s game, will make a triumphant return to Augusta National to compete in this year’s Masters tournament. As it stands, it appears that the health of his spine will dictate that fate. […]
How Chronic Back Pain Can Affect Your Hearing
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 25, 2026
Chronic back pain can cause issues for other areas of your body. Back pain can lead to mental fatigue, it can expedite joint deterioration in your hips or knees, and a new study suggests that untreated back pain can actually negatively impact your hearing. Let’s take a closer look at how chronic back pain can […]
Nicotine Pouches & Spine Health
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 18, 2026
Traditional cigarettes are less popular today than they were in the 70s and 80s, but that doesn’t mean that nicotine intake has declined dramatically since then. Different forms of smokeless tobacco and products containing nicotine continue to hit the shelves and are oftentimes marketed towards a younger, more susceptible audience. One such product is the […]
The Purpose Of Different Spinal Injections
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: March 11, 2026
Spinal injections are oftentimes seen as a form of treatment for a variety of different back pain issues, but their uses vary more than most people realize. These injections can serve many purposes, making them a wonderful option for patients dealing with all sorts of spinal ailments. In today’s blog, we take a closer look […]
