Waking up with a stiff back or neck can be one of the most frustrating experiences to have to endure. For those who have chronic back and neck pain, this phenomenon occurs more often than not and can drastically affect one’s quality of living. If you’ve been experiencing ongoing back and neck pain, it’s important […]

One of the things that many people don’t know about scoliosis is that there are three main scoliosis causes that can explain the onset of an abnormality in the curvature of the spine. Most people associate scoliosis with children since this is the age group that is most commonly affected by the condition, but the […]

Endoscopic technology is an exciting advancement in medical technology that has allowed surgeons and medical doctors to perform a litany of procedures that historically required much more involved surgical approaches. In many cases, endoscopic procedures, which are minimally invasive in nature, can be completed in outpatient clinics as opposed to impersonal hospitals, and come with […]

In the past, patients who were diagnosed with herniated discs faced the possibility of undergoing highly invasive surgeries that would require several nights in the hospital and months of intensive rehabilitation. Now, thanks to advances in medicine and technology, patients with herniated discs could potentially undergo outpatient procedures that require only a few weeks of […]

Degenerative scoliosis symptoms can vary from patient to patient, depending on the severity of the condition, the patient’s overall level of health, and several other factors. Surprisingly, some patients – typically those with very minor cases of degenerative scoliosis – may not experience any symptoms at all. This article discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatments […]

You may have heard of scoliosis in children, but did you know that adults can develop scoliosis as they age? This type of scoliosis is called degenerative or adult onset scoliosis and typically affects patients age 65 and older. You may be wondering, “What exactly causes degenerative scoliosis, what are its symptoms, and how is […]

Fusion surgery is sometimes necessary for patients who are unable to control the symptoms of degenerative spinal conditions through conservative, nonsurgical means. Many physicians will only recommend fusion surgery if a patient has consistently utilized nonsurgical treatments for at least several weeks or months and still has not found relief from their pain and discomfort. […]

Have you ever experienced a literal pain in the neck or back from which you were desperate for relief? You’re certainly not alone. Whether your pain has stemmed from a muscle strain or ligament sprain, or you suffer from a spinal condition such as spinal stenosis or facet disease, your pain and discomfort could prevent […]

If you’ve recently received a degenerative scoliosis diagnosis, then you probably have a seemingly unending list of questions about the condition, its causes, symptoms, and treatments. For specific answers regarding your individual health, you should make an appointment with your physician or spine specialist. However, this article will hopefully provide general answers to some of […]

In years past, when an individual required scoliosis surgery, the only viable option was an open spine surgery that was used to correct the spinal abnormality. However, in recent years, thanks to a number of exciting advances in medical technology, adult onset scoliosis can occasionally be managed using state-of-the-art endoscopic means. But what exactly is […]