If you have made your first telehealth appointment with a spine surgeon, this is a commendable step in your journey to spinal health! In a fast-paced world, our natural inclination is to put the needs of our families, our careers, and other obligations first. This rings especially true during the COVID-19 pandemic, when many Americans…
If you are experiencing chronic, nagging pain in one and/or both of your knees, chances are that you have likely tried a host of methods to end or at least ease the pain — methods ranging from injections, physical therapy, and the ice-heat cycle to the “wait and see” method, acupuncture, and perhaps even over-the-counter…
Patients frequently come to me at their initial consultation inquiring about having a spinal fusion surgery. One important aspect that I often educate my patients on is that there are many types of spinal fusions – and they’re not all created equal! One of the many types is called a “lateral lumbar interbody fusion.” So…
If you asked someone the question ‘why do you do rehabilitation after spine surgery?’, you would probably get an answer within 30 seconds. It’s pretty common knowledge that after any type of orthopedic surgery, it is essential to undergo rehabilitation to restrengthen the areas of your body that were affected by surgery. But what most…
During this socially distant summer, we’ve all brainstormed new and creative ways to stay entertained and active with our families. And since it’s August, we’re eager to get outside and soak up some sun – while staying safe. But let’s face it, our ideas that were once fun a couple months ago may be wearing…
With 80% of all Americans dealing with back pain sometime in their life, it is not surprising that spinal conditions and spine surgery are widely sought after topics for information and answers. When looking through those findings, there are many misconceptions about spine conditions and the need for surgery vs. non-operative measures like regenerative medicine….
If you’re going through your basement, attic, extra room, or closet this summer and purging any unused items, you are not alone. Many Americans have been finding new ways to stay entertained during the pandemic, and the quarantine clean is the newest trend. Whether you’re packing up items to donate, collecting trash, or even rearranging…
If you’ve suffered from a migraine, you know the symptoms: throbbing sensation behind the eyes or temples, light and sound sensitivity, and even dizziness and nausea, to name a few. But sometimes they creep in when your body is already experiencing another type of pain and discomfort. Have you ever noticed that your migraines are…
Has working from home been a blessing or a curse when it comes to your back? There are many benefits to working from home, including less stress, more family time, and saving money on commuting expenses – but now that we have entered a new season, our seemingly “temporary” at-home desks may need a rehaul….
Rolling out of bed and walking 10 steps to begin a workday may be setting people up to developing neck and back pain, according to a Northern Virginia spinal surgeon who has tips to help keep those working from home healthy. “We are seeing an uptick in those injuries in and of themselves based on…
