Disc replacement surgery can be used as an alternative to spinal fusion or in conjunction with spinal fusion (hybrid). The artificial disc mimics the structure and movement of a natural human disc and preserves the natural motion of the spine (backward, forward, and side to side). Dr. Haines answers patients’ most common questions about disc replacement surgery, including:…
Fox 5 DC Covers: WOMEN – DON’T PUT YOUR HEALTH ON THE ‘BACK’ BURNER New research shows women are avoiding doctor’s appointments and ignoring pain more now, during the pandemic than ever before. Dr. Haines explains why that has dangerous implications for back and neck health. “Data shows that women aren’t seeking help during the…
It is common for patients to have more than one level of the disc in the neck (cervical spine) wear out. When multiple levels need to be included in the surgical plan, the traditional surgical approach in the past has been to fuse each level. Taking away the motion at two or more consecutive levels…
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…
Dr. Neda Hashemi of Reston Women’s Center in Reston, Virginia thought having severe low back pain symptoms was “normal” her entire life until a CT scan identified a congenital defect in her spine. After finding Dr. Christopher Good at VSI, a spinal fusion was determined the right treatment to get Neda from taking an Advil…
As seen on Fox 5 DC’s ‘Good Day DC’ – Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Fox 5 DC Anchor Erin Como produced a powerful Wellness Wednesday feature highlighting the importance of prioritizing your health, especially during the pandemic. She came to the VSI to introduce a mom who has an important message to other busy women…
Fox 5’s Erin Como visited VSI to highlight Morgan Tebeau, a 38-year old mom and fitness instructor who has an important message to share with other busy women: “don’t put your health on the back-burner”. Watch as Morgan and her spine surgeon, Dr. Colin Haines, discuss the importance of prioritizing your spine health and why…
Here’s your chance to learn about the spine surgery that transformed our patient who was showcased on The Today Show. Learn how disc replacement surgery preserved the motion in Morgan’s neck and has her back to living her best life (and thousands of other patients too). We have many options when it comes to the…
Dealing with chronic back pain for years, and as a physician, it was important for Dr. Neda Hashemi to find a solution to her pain. She was determined to get back to an active pain-free life and to be able to care for her patients. She had gained weight and experienced years of chronic back…
May 13, 2021 – For Women’s Health Month, The Today Show features a VSI patient who shares her story of developing debilitating neck and back pain last summer but ignoring it initially. Morgan Tebeau, 38, put her health on the backburner to handle her responsibilities as a wife, mother, business owner, and fitness enthusiast. Watch…
