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TLIF

TLIF

Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) is surgery on the spine approached from the back of the body with the purpose of placing a bone graft between two vertebrae. The goal is to stabilize the vertebrae and disc so that nerve compression is alleviated,...
Managing Back Pain

Managing Back Pain

Nagging back pain can make getting through each day difficult. Walking, bending, turning, lifting, and even sitting or sleeping can all come with a price: pain ranging from minimal to severe. If you’re experiencing back pain, you don’t have to continue through life...
What You Need to Know About Scoliosis

What You Need to Know About Scoliosis

It’s normal for your spine to curve a little bit, but a spine that curves too much is a condition called scoliosis. This abnormal curving of the spine is often bent into the shape of the letter C or S. What causes scoliosis? The most common type of scoliosis is called...
Spinal Stenosis

Spinal Stenosis

Aging and general wear and tear on your body can be hard on your spine. One condition that may occur is called spinal stenosis, which is a narrowing of the spinal canal. This most often happens in the lower back (lumbar region) or the neck (cervical region). When the...