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Avoid Movements That Trigger Back Pain During Golf With These 5 Tips!

Golf is one of the most common recreational sports played in America, with over 25 million people participating each year. It even appeals to the younger generations with over 6 million millennials taking to the fairways. As we near the completion of The Masters, however, it’s time we talk about the dark side of the…

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WTOP Highlights VSI’s Stem Cell Therapy Breakthrough

EXPLORE THE LATEST BREAKTHROUGH IN ALTERNATIVES TO SPINE SURGERY! If there’s one thing we know, it’s that back pain is no joke. Whether it’s a nagging discomfort or debilitating pain, explore the latest breakthrough in treatment to overcome your back pain. The good news is you don’t need to travel overseas — it is available right in your…

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A Basic Guide For Non-Operative Treatment Options For Neck Pain

Neck pain is one of the most common medical complaints around the world, but luckily most cases do not require surgical intervention. The majority of these complaints are managed with what we term ‘non-operative’ care using a treatment plan individually tailored to each patient. This treatment plan is generated using a variety of treatment options. Medications: There are…

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WTOP Features VSI’s Breakthrough In Platelet Rich Plasma

If there’s one thing we know, it’s that athletic injuries are no joke. Whether it’s a nagging discomfort or debilitating pain, learn more about the latest treatment to overcome that pain and get back in the game. You may be thinking ‘I’ve tried every treatment option and home remedy…’, but before you consider surgery, check out Platelet…

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Back & Neck Pain Sufferers Can Sleep Well Too! 5 Tips To A Comfortable Night Sleep

It’s hard to catch those zzz’s when you’re suffering with neck or back pain. We get it! Falling and staying asleep can be extremely difficult when you can’t find a comfortable position that doesn’t lead to pain. Additionally, many of our patients report waking up in pain from the night before.Here are the top five tips to…

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Stem Cells Or Platelet Rich Plasma – Which Is Best For Me?

The use of regenerative therapy in the field of spinal care has been very exciting and represents a tremendous potential for alternatives to spine surgery. Regenerative treatments are currently being used to calm chronically irritated nerves, as well as stimulate a healing or regenerative process in the tissues of the spine. This includes ligaments/muscles that protect and…

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SI Joint Dysfunction—The Great Imitator!

It’s no surprise that there are many causes for lower back pain, but over the years the majority of medical professionals have only focused on the familiar, common causes for this pain. This includes discogenic pain, arthritic pain, nerve pain, and musculoskeletal pain. What many doctors fail to realize, however, is that there is another…

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VSI Specialists Named 2017 ‘Top Doctors’ By Castle Connolly!

Hip hip hooray for our world-renowned specialists who were recently named 2017 Top Doctors by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd.! Dr. Good was named Top Doctor in his specialty of Spinal Surgery and Dr. Schuler was recognized as America’s Top Doctors in his specialty of Spinal Surgery. Physicians are awarded this prestigious honor through nominations from their peers, with over 50,000 physicians, hospital and healthcare executives involved. The…