Are you struggling with chronic pain or mobility issues that haven’t responded to traditional treatments? Pelvic floor therapy might be the key to unlocking relief and restoring your quality of life. This specialized therapy can tackle a range of bodily issues, including chronic back pain and nerve-related pain. Many patients are surprised to learn about…
Whether you’re stressed or injured, dealing with constant neck pain can make it difficult to perform daily tasks and significantly reduce your quality of life. Neck pain affects 10-20% of adults and has a variety of potential causes. This type of pain is also called cervicalgia, which refers to the pain associated with your cervical…
At VSI, we combine a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to spine care, delivering personalized treatments that have earned national and international recognition. Our commitment to innovative techniques and cutting-edge technology has greatly sets us apart in the field of spine care. Recently, The Spine Pod, a leading educational podcast, visited us in Reston, VA, to…
Sciatica is an incredibly common cause of pain — as many as 40% of people experience it in their lives and it commonly occurs with age. Despite its widespread effect, sciatica is not well understood. In addition to working with a spine specialist and learning about this condition, regular stretching is a great practice you…
Whether you’re a frequent flier, a business traveler, or planning your next vacation, back and body pain are a common and unwelcome part of any trip. But it doesn’t have to be that way. I’m sharing my tips and personal experiences below on how to stay pain-free on the road and in the air. If…
Are you considering disc replacement surgery for your neck or cervical condition, but are unsure which artificial disc is right for you? In a world full of information and differing opinions, it can be overwhelming to sift through this data and determine what disc and doctor you should be trusting. We hear from our patients…
It can be very overwhelming to learn that you might need an artificial disc replacement, and even more overwhelming to learn that different kinds of discs could possibly be used. A question we commonly get as a practice is what disc is the best for one’s lower back or lumbar condition. In a world full…
Whether you’re a couch potato or just wanting to relax after a long day, sitting in a recliner chair should be a pain-free experience for your back. Don’t let binging a new show or your afternoon nap get in the way of your spine health when it doesn’t have to. Although exercise is important for…
Summertime is when most of us can finally take those long-awaited trips and vacations, especially activities like going to the beach, camping, and road trips. Unfortunately, these plans can often lead to increased back pain, neck pain, and injuries. With ER visits spiking up to 42,000 per day during these warmer months, it’s crucial to…
Have you ever wondered if there is a secret connection between how you fuel your body and your chronic back pain? When you are young, it is often said that ‘you are what you eat’. And, actually, there is some real truth to this saying. Here’s what I share with many of my patients when…
