Herniated Disc in the Lower Back
There are a number of terms for a spinal condition that involves the inner portion of a disc pushing outside of its shell: herniated, protruding, bulging, or ruptured disc. All of these words refer to a condition that can happen anywhere on the spine, although most...
Getting to the Bottom of Neck Pain
Your cervical spine, or neck, consists of an elaborate system of bones, nerves, muscles, ligaments and more. These elements all work together to provide you with movement and function. When any of these parts is compromised, it can cause neck pain that impacts your...
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Traditional spine surgery is performed as “open surgery,” which means that the area is opened using a long incision so the surgeon can access the spine and surrounding elements. Medical advancements have brought about minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) that...