Bertolotti’s Syndrome (BS) is rare — with research showing it affects just 4–8% of the population. But it’s something we are both very familiar with as spine surgeons because it’s a cause of low back pain in young patients. Word of mouth referrals are strong among those who have Bertolotti’s because knowledge about the condition…
It’s time to talk about a little-known source of back pain that often goes overlooked. In this episode, Dr. Niteesh Bharara explains more about facet joints and answers your frequently asked questions. What are facet joints? What problems do they cause? And what can you do about it?
SI joint problems can be tricky to diagnose. Although imaging is a diagnostic tool, X-rays alone can’t fully identify the problem. Another problem in this area is that while the injury wasn’t well known for some time, now – thanks to an over-abundance of so-called ‘treatments’, it’s actually over-diagnosed and now you can find an endless…
As we head towards Veteran’s Day, there’s growing recognition (NIH Study) of the problems back pain causes for military members and veterans. The Army is now trying out a new element of uniforms to help alleviate back pain in its ranks because it’s so common that it significantly impacts operations, causing more than 1 million lost or limited soldier…
Dr. Ehsan Jazini shares his insight on disc replacement surgery as a treatment options for people suffering from disc herniations in their neck. Dr. Jazini is a board certified spine surgeon at VSI. He has been the first in the nation, and in the world, to perform advanced surgical techniques in cervical disc replacement, augmented…
Learn more about what a disc herniation is from spine surgeon, Dr. Ehsan Jazini, as he shares insights on what causes a disc herniation and what treatments are available for disc herniations. Watch the Video on Youtube
DON’T PUT YOUR HEALTH ON THE ‘BACK’ BURNER Morgan, a 39-year-old Virginia mom had been feeling debilitating pain and numbness for about two months in her arm and shoulder. It was increasingly frustrating for the active outdoor enthusiast and fitness trainer, who spends most of her time outside with her husband and 4-year-old daughter Mirabel, going overnight backpacking…
Degenerative disc disease is a condition that involves weakening of one or more vertebral discs which normally act as a cushion between the vertebrae. This can occur anywhere in the spine. This condition can develop as a natural part of the aging process but may also result from an injury to the back or neck….
Dr. Good, Spine Surgeon, explains what Spondylolisthesis is, how it affects your spine, and how both Disc Replacement and Spine Fusion Surgery can be viable options for someone diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis. Watch the Video on Youtube
The sun is out, temperatures are up, and for many people – that means it’s time to hit the golf course. Nearly 25 million people are golfing every year. With the repetitive swinging and twisting that’s required for 18 holes, 60% of golfers say they’re playing with injuries, and many of them are finding that pain…
