Surgeons and others in the medical field are always searching for ways to improve patient outcomes. Advancements in technology and the goal of making spinal surgery less invasive and easier to recover from, have transformed the methods for spine surgery. Navigation...
A serious back problem like a herniated or bulging disc can cause a great deal of suffering and interrupt your normal activities. Even though spine surgery may be an alarming prospect, Charla R. Fischer, MD at NYU Langone Medical Center is here to help you decide if...
Lumbar decompression is a surgery performed to lessen back pain due to pinched nerves. This common surgery takes pressure off certain spinal nerves to alleviate lower back and leg pain. A small part of bone over the nerve root or material under the root is removed to...
