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Causes and Solutions for Unresolved Pain After Spine Surgery

Still in pain after spine surgery? You’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not out of options. If your surgical procedure didn’t align with your expectations and deliver the relief you were looking for, or your symptoms have returned, it may have left you feeling frustrated about where to turn next. In the latest episode…

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Medical Gaslighting: A Woman’s Fight to Be Heard and Treated for Her Pain

May is Women’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about women’s health issues and celebrate the strength and resilience of women. There isn’t a better example of this strength than the story of a VSI patient named Jakki.  Jakki came to Dr. Haines after desperately searching for 20+ years to understand what was causing…

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Patient Testimonial: Traveling Without Chronic Back Pain

For many people, travel is a source of excitement — exploring new destinations, making memories with loved ones, or simply stepping away from everyday life. But for those suffering from chronic back pain, the idea of long flights, road trips, or even carrying a suitcase can turn that excitement into anxiety. The good news? There…

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Running Rehabilitation & Injury Recovery

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise, offering both physical and mental benefits. However, even the most seasoned runners can experience pain or injuries due to bad habits, imbalances, or overuse. Our tailored running rehabilitation program is designed to help runners recover, improve performance, and prevent future injuries through personalized physical therapy…

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Disc Replacement & Fusion: The Ultimate Back Pain Solution

Half of the global workforce spends at least 75% of their time standing. This includes professions like educators, hospitality workers, first responders, and military personnel. For people like Chris, a middle school principal, this reality can lead to debilitating back pain, especially given the high activity levels required in his profession. Finding Back Pain Relief…

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Why Choose VSI For Your Surgical Second Opinion?

Let us support you on your journey to lasting relief and renewed quality of life. By choosing VSI, you gain access to: Unmatched Expertise in Complex Spine Conditions Our spine surgeons are renowned for their success in treating even the most challenging spine conditions, helping patients regain mobility and alleviate severe pain. As out-of-network specialists,…

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From Back Pain to Snowboarding: Hybrid Spine Surgery Success

Chris Denkers came to spine surgeon Dr. Good in severe pain. An active person, Chris wanted to get better not just for himself but also to keep up with his kids. Chris and his wife Laura have extraordinary 15-year-old identical twin boys, Wyatt and Riley, who have cystic fibrosis. This genetic disease affects their lungs,…

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Healing Our Heroes: A Veteran’s Victory Over Back Pain

As we honor veterans and our nation’s heroes on Veterans Day, we must recognize that their bravery often comes with a cost—severe and debilitating pain. For those suffering from chronic back pain due to the physical demands of a military career or service-related injuries, is there hope for resolution? Dr. Jazini’s patient, Aaron Harper, emphatically…

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An Inspiring Story: Recovery After Spine Surgery

As Featured on Men’s Health Network: Thriving After Surgery Men’s Health Network recently had the pleasure of interviewing the dynamic duo of Jama Anders, a professional weightlifter and longtime Crossfit instructor, and his spine surgeon, Dr. Ehsan Jazini, who, in a seemingly miraculous intervention, was able to perform a disc replacement on Jama that would…