Understanding Herniated Discs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options The discs in your spine act as shock absorbers, providing cushion and flexibility between each vertebra. When the inner, softer material of a disc (the nucleus) pushes through a tear in the outer...
5 Common Habits That May Cause Back Pain — And How to Avoid Them Back pain is a prevalent issue, often caused by lifestyle habits. By making choices that support spinal health, you can reduce or prevent back pain. Dr. Fischer, an experienced spine surgeon in New York...
The Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) When it comes to spine surgery, a smaller approach is often better. In traditional “open” surgery, a long incision is made to access the spine, which can be traumatic for the body. Minimally invasive spine...
Scoliosis: Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Care Scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine, affects an estimated 6-9 million people in the United States. It is most common in adolescents between 10 and 18 years of age, with the majority of cases classified...
Chronic back pain caused by degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, or other spinal conditions can severely impact your quality of life. Traditional treatments often include physical therapy, medications, or in severe cases, spinal fusion surgery. However,...
A Mack truck smashed into Emmy-nominated composer Steve Sandberg as he crossed an England street in the ’80s, propelling him into a street sign and launching a 40-year battle with back pain. Click here to read the full article
