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4 Advantages of the Minimally Invasive Approach to Spine Surgery

Are you facing spine surgery and feeling anxious about it? Here, our spine surgeon presents four important advantages of minimally invasive techniques when performing back or neck surgery in order to ease some of your worry.

Apr 8th, 2025

Is Spinal Stenosis a Normal Part of Aging?

Are you worried about back problems as you get older? While age is a leading cause of spinal stenosis, this spine condition isn’t a normal part of the aging process. Find out what you can do to protect your back.

Mar 10th, 2025

3 Treatments That Work Fast to Relieve Herniated Disc Pain

Is pain from your herniated disc keeping you from your active life? Find out more about what treatments we offer that work fast to relieve your herniated disc pain.

Feb 1st, 2025

Is Working From Home a Pain in Your Neck?

Working from home has its perks. But sitting on your couch with your laptop can become a real pain in your neck. Learn how working from home can cause neck pain and what you can do about it.

Jan 3rd, 2025

Can Sciatica Resolve on Its Own?

The sharp shooting pain can make sitting and standing excruciating — finding a comfortable position seems impossible. Can sciatica resolve on its own? Yes it can. Find out how you can get better fast here. 

Dec 2nd, 2024

What’s the Difference Between Arthritis and Bursitis?

They both cause joint pain and swelling, but arthritis and bursitis aren’t the same. Find out the difference between these two issues to better understand which one is causing your joint pain.

Nov 1st, 2024

Does Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Require Surgery?

If you have carpal tunnel syndrome, you may worry about surgery. But not everyone with carpal tunnel syndrome needs to undergo surgery. Find out when it’s required.

Oct 11th, 2024

Oh, My Aching Joints! What Can I Do?

Aching joints can make it challenging to do almost everything, from walking to carrying grocery bags to opening a jar of pickles. Find out what you can do to relieve your pain to get back to your usual routine.

Sep 11th, 2024

Learn How Botox® Works to Alleviate Pain

Botox® does more than smooth out wrinkles. This injection also addresses several medical conditions, including helping with pain. Learn how Botox works to alleviate pain and how it can help you get relief.

Aug 7th, 2024

Is Suboxone® Therapy Safe?

Suboxone® is a prescription medication for the treatment of opioid use disorder that has helped patients by preventing drug overdose and promoting long-term recovery. Find out more about Suboxone therapy and how it’s safe when used as directed.

Jul 30th, 2024

3 Ways PRP Therapy Can Accelerate Healing

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy regulates inflammation, activates the cells that repair the injury, and increases circulation to accelerate healing. Find out more about PRP and how it helps healing.

Jun 18th, 2024

How to Manage Hand Pain While Typing

If typing is a major part of your job, hand pain can make it very difficult to keep up. Making a few changes to your workspace can help. Here, find out what else you can do to manage hand pain while typing.

May 1st, 2024

4 Essential Lifestyle Changes to Relieve Neck Pain

Neck pain can take over your life, but with a few lifestyle changes, you can get relief from the ongoing discomfort. Read on to learn what you can do to better manage your neck pain.

Apr 1st, 2024

Can I Still Run With Mild Knee Pain?

Pain in your knee is a sign that something is wrong, and continuing to run with mild knee pain may worsen the underlying condition. Find out what you should do if you’re a runner and have mild knee pain.

Mar 2nd, 2024

Is Your Pain Keeping You Up at Night? We Can Help

Pain can make it difficult to sleep, and not getting enough sleep can worsen your pain. Is your pain keeping you up at night? Find out what you can do to improve both sleep and pain.

Jan 22nd, 2024

When Your Knee Pain Needs Surgery

Surgery for knee problems is usually recommended only when medical interventions aren’t effective. Find out when it’s time to consider surgery for your knee pain.

Jan 9th, 2024

Complications from Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis is a progressive condition that worsens over time, leading to complications that affect quality of life like difficulty walking or loss of bowel control. Learn more about spinal stenosis, signs and symptoms, and treatment options.

Dec 13th, 2023

The Dangers of Regular Opioid Use

When used as directed by your health care provider, opioids are safe and effective pain relievers. But regular use may have serious health consequences. Learn about the dangers of habitual opioid use as well as alternative treatments.

Nov 9th, 2023

Our Favorite Tips to Help Your Body Age Gracefully

Aging well goes beyond thinking about wrinkles and gray hair. Living a long and happy life requires your active participation. Learn what you can do to help your body age gracefully.

Oct 1st, 2023

5 Hacks for Strengthening Your Bones

Getting enough calcium, regular exercise, and not smoking are some of the things you can do to improve bone health and strength. Learn more hacks for strengthening your bones that you can start today.

Sep 1st, 2023

Do This Today If You Want Healthy Knees for the Long Haul

Your knees are strong and durable, but they’re not invincible. Over time, the day-to-day stress you place on your knees takes its toll. Find out what you can do now to keep your knees healthy for the long haul.

Aug 1st, 2023

Will My Rotator Cuff Injury Heal on Its Own?

A rotator cuff injury may not heal on its own, but that doesn’t mean you need surgery to regain use of your shoulder. Find out more about rotator cuff injuries, the healing process, and your treatment options.

Jul 12th, 2023

Tips for Preventing Workplace Injuries

Workplace injuries lead to lost work days, wages, and productivity. Taking good care of your employees is good for business. Find out what you and your employees can do to prevent workplace injuries.

Jun 6th, 2023

Can PRP Therapy Help Slow the Progression of Degenerative Knee Arthritis?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy reduces pain and improves quality of life in many people with degenerative knee arthritis. Can PRP therapy help you? Learn more about PRP therapy, how it works, and how it might benefit you.

May 1st, 2023

When Does a Herniated Disc Require Surgery?

Rarely does a herniated disc require surgery. But surgery isn’t completely off the table when you can’t get symptom relief through more conservative treatment methods. Learn when it’s time you need to consider surgery for your herniated disc.

Apr 1st, 2023

Understanding the Connection Between Poor Posture, a Weak Core, and Chronic Lower Back Pain

Poor posture and a weak core may cause and worsen your lower back pain. Learn more about the connection between posture, core strength, and back pain and what you can do about it.

Mar 8th, 2023

How to Manage Sciatica Pain Without Medication

The pain associated with sciatica — a condition that results from compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve — usually resolves on its own within a few weeks. How can you manage sciatic nerve pain without medication? Click here to find out.

Feb 1st, 2023

5 Benefits of PRP Therapy for Chronic Pain

Chronic pain is complex, and no single treatment works for everyone. Many people are turning to platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to get relief from their discomfort. Can it benefit you? Click here to find out.

Jan 6th, 2023

3 Warning Signs Your Carpal Tunnel Is Worsening

When the morning tingling and numbness in your hand lingers into the day, your carpal tunnel is getting worse. Click here to learn other signs and symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome and what you need to do about it.

Dec 7th, 2022

Why Is Lower Back Pain More Common Than Other Types?

Lower back pain is more common than other types of pain because of the amount of stress that you place on this part of your body day in and day out. Click here to learn more about pain in your lower back pain and what you can do to protect it.

Nov 7th, 2022

When Does Your Pain Become Chronic?

If you have ongoing pain, you may wonder at what point your pain is considered chronic. Any type of pain that lasts three or more months, whether it’s constant or comes and goes, is chronic pain. Click here to learn more.

Oct 10th, 2022

Lifestyle Changes That Improve Chronic Pain

Many people with chronic pain experience limitations that affect their quality of life. Though you may feel as though you have no control over your discomfort, making some lifestyle changes can improve your chronic pain.

Sep 7th, 2022

Common Causes of Chronic Pain and How We Can Help

Millions of people in the United States suffer from pain everyday, many with severe pain. This type of pain affects every aspect of your life. What causes chronic pain, and what can you do to get relief? Click here to find out.

Aug 2nd, 2022

Why You Should Always Consult a Medical Professional About Pain Management

Pain is complex, and no one experiences it in the same way. This is why no single pain treatment works for all and why you should always consult with a medical professional when in need of pain management. Click here to learn more.

Jul 1st, 2022

Think You Have Whiplash? Here’s How You Can Know for Sure

Have you been in a car accident? Is your neck stiff and sore? You might have whiplash. Click here to learn more about whiplash and how you can know for sure if that’s what’s causing your neck pain.

Jun 1st, 2022

What Are Bone Spurs?

Despite sounding sharp and spiky, bone spurs are smooth, round, bony growths that develop slowly. Most bone spurs go unnoticed and undetected because they cause no problems. But some bone spurs can irritate nerves or tissue, resulting in pain.

May 1st, 2022

The Link Between Healthy Weight Loss and Less Pain

Healthy weight loss offers many benefits, like improving blood pressure and boosting self-confidence. But did you know that losing weight can reduce pain? Click here to learn more about the link between weight loss and less pain.

Apr 1st, 2022

Warning Signs of Carpal Tunnel (And What You Can Do About Them)

Do you wake up in the middle of the night because your hand is tingling or numb? These may be early signs of carpal tunnel syndrome. Click here to learn more about this common pain condition and what you need to do.

Mar 1st, 2022

How You Got Trigger Finger and What You Can Do About It

Forceful hand activities or a history of arthritis may put you at risk of developing trigger finger, but that may not explain how you got it. No matter the underlying cause, there are many things you can do to correct a trigger finger.

Feb 1st, 2022

Resolved to Lose Weight This Year? It May Relieve Your Sciatica

Losing weight to improve health is always a good idea, and you might be highly motivated to work on yourself at the start of the new year. While you may want to lose weight to look better, weight loss benefits many health issues, including sciatica.

Jan 4th, 2022

Am I a Good Candidate for an Epidural Steroid Injection?

An epidural steroid injection can ease neck and back pain. However, you may only be a candidate for this minimally invasive procedure if other medical treatments fail to ease your symptoms. Click here to see if you’re a candidate.

Dec 1st, 2021

Signs You Have a Ganglion Wrist Cyst and When to See an Orthopedic Surgeon

Do you have a lump under the skin on your wrist? You might have a ganglion wrist cyst. Your lump could go away on its own. But if your cyst is a recurring problem and causes pain, it’s time to see an orthopedic surgeon.

Nov 1st, 2021

Is PRP Right for Me?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) contains a high concentration of your body’s natural healing properties. If you have an injury that’s taking a long time to heal or you suffer from a chronic joint pain condition, PRP might be the right next step for you.

Oct 3rd, 2021

Take These Steps to Prevent Osteoporosis

Developing osteoporosis is not a normal part of the aging process. You can prevent osteoporosis by taking steps right now that focus on improving bone health. There’s no better time to get started.

Sep 1st, 2021

Joint Pain? We Can Help

Your joints connect your entire skeleton and allow you to move in many ways. However, the more mobile the joint, the greater the risk of injury and pain. But there’s no need to let your joint pain limit your active lifestyle when you can get help.

Aug 4th, 2021

What Is a Bone Spur?

A bone spur is a bony growth that develops in the body’s attempt to repair joint damage. Though they don’t always cause problems, spurs may lead to joint pain and stiffness if the growth rubs against bone, soft tissue, or a nearby nerve.

Jul 7th, 2021

The Many Benefits of PRP Therapy

Although your body has everything it needs to heal injured tissue, sometimes you need a little help. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that offers many benefits to support your body’s healing process.

Jun 20th, 2021

Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome start gradually and worsen over time. When suffering from this common pain condition, you may wonder what caused it. Click here to find answers to your questions about carpal tunnel syndrome.

May 1st, 2021

Who Is a Good Candidate for Suboxone®?

Do you have concerns about your opioid use? Are you worried about opioid addiction or dependence? If so, you may be a good candidate for Suboxone®, a medication that treats adults with opioid addiction and dependence.

Apr 1st, 2021

What Causes Disc Degeneration?

As with the cartilage in your knees, aging is the primary cause of degeneration in your spine. Though not everyone with disc degeneration has neck or back pain, the degenerative changes can be a source of chronic, sometimes severe, pain.

Mar 11th, 2021

You Don’t Have to Live With Bunions

A bunion isn’t just a bump on the inside of your foot. This foot deformity tends to get worse over time and affect your day-to-day life. But with advances in surgical tools and techniques, you don’t have to live with your bunions.

Feb 1st, 2021

Understanding TENS Therapy

Medications, injections, and surgery aren’t the only treatments available to help you control your pain. TENS therapy is a safe, noninvasive pain management tool that benefits both acute and chronic pain conditions. Click here to learn more.

Jan 1st, 2021

How Does Suboxone® Work?

Are you dependent on opioids for pain relief? Do you have concerns about opioid addiction? You may benefit from Suboxone®, a medication that helps reduce cravings for opioids and provides some pain relief. Click here to learn how it works.

Dec 1st, 2020

Treating Your Rotator Cuff Injury

A rotator cuff injury is a common cause of shoulder pain. Treating your rotator cuff injury depends on many factors. However, receiving an early diagnosis and getting a treatment plan in place promptly can reduce your pain and speed up your recovery.

Nov 1st, 2020

PRP Therapy for Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are common, and they can put a real damper on your active lifestyle. Find out how platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy may help provide your body with the healing tools needed to speed up your recovery.

Oct 1st, 2020

Noninvasive Treatments for Knee Pain

Whether from an injury or arthritis, knee pain can make it difficult to maintain your active lifestyle. But there’s no need to simply suffer in silence. Noninvasive treatments are available to alleviate your knee pain.

Sep 1st, 2020

What to Do About Tech Neck

Your smartphone makes it easy for you to keep in touch with work, friends, and family no matter where you are. But all that time you spend with your head bent over your device puts you at risk of developing tech neck. What can you do?

Aug 9th, 2020

How Chronic Pain Can Impact Your Moods

Chronic pain is a complex disease that may interfere with your ability to work and socialize with friends and family. While the physical symptoms are often the focus of your chronic pain, the condition also affects your mood.

Jul 8th, 2020

Pain-relieving Sciatica Treatments

Sciatica affects about 40% of people in the United States at some point in their life. While symptoms vary, the pain condition can disrupt your daily life. When it comes to relief from your sciatica pain, however, you have many treatment options.

Jun 23rd, 2020

How an Orthopedic Surgeon Can Help With Your Poor Grip

Aging, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome affect grip strength. A poor grip not only makes it harder for you to open a jar, but may also predict future health risks. Learn how orthopedic surgeons can help improve your poor grip.

May 26th, 2020

5 Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome may develop from a number of causes — some you have control over; others you don’t. However, in most cases, the common wrist pain condition develops from more than one single cause.

Apr 13th, 2020

Understanding Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis is a common cause of neck and back pain most often diagnosed in people age 60 and older. Though not everyone with spinal stenosis has symptoms, when they do occur, they progressively worsen over time.

Mar 1st, 2020

Possible Causes of Your Hand Pain (And What We Can Do About It)

Your hand is a complex and delicate system made up of many parts that help you type on a computer and grip heavy objects. Hand pain can develop from many causes and interfere with your daily tasks. But with the right treatment, you can get relief.

Feb 7th, 2020

Suboxone: The Path Forward From Addiction

Prescription opioids to treat chronic pain can lead to addiction. Find out how Suboxone® provides a safe alternative to pain relief.

Jan 13th, 2020

Your Shoulder Pain Could Actually Be a Neck Problem

You don’t remember damaging or injuring your shoulder, but it’s been hurting for a long time. If you’ve been experiencing chronic shoulder pain, learn more about how you could actually be suffering from a neck problem instead.

Dec 1st, 2019

Will Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Alleviate Your Back Pain?

If you have persistent back pain that hasn’t resolved with other medical interventions, you may be a candidate for minimally invasive spine surgery. Learn more about how technological advances in surgery make this a great treatment for back pain.

Nov 1st, 2019

How to Spot a Herniated Disc

Back and neck pain are extraordinarily common, and often a herniated disc is at the root of your pain. While you should always get a diagnosis and treatment from an orthopedist, knowing the symptoms and risk factors can help you protect your spine.

Oct 1st, 2019

Lifestyle Changes to Improve Sciatica Pain

Do you have chronic bouts of sciatic pain? Sciatica can make it painful to walk, stand, sit, or lie down. If you deal with sciatica regularly, there are some lifestyle changes you can make to reduce your pain.

Sep 3rd, 2019

How PRP Injections Help With Joint Pain

You rely on your joints for every move you make. The constant workload leaves the joints vulnerable to damage, which often proves quite painful. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are a natural regenerative solution to ease your joint pain.

Aug 13th, 2019

What to Expect When Returning to Sports After an ACL Injury

Odds are that your active life is what damaged your ACL, so it’s best to proceed with caution when you’re returning to your sport of choice. Why risk suffering further consequences that can sideline you even longer?

Jul 24th, 2019

Simple Tips to Prevent Carpal Tunnel

Many everyday tasks put stress on our wrists and hands. Over time, this can cause carpal tunnel syndrome. Read on to find out how you can prevent getting carpal tunnel syndrome before it starts.

Jun 13th, 2019

WHAT CAUSES DROP FOOT (FOOT DROP) AND STEPPAGE GAIT (FOOTDROP GAIT)?

Blog Snapshot: • Drop foot is a condition that is characterized by an inability to manipulate the toes or ankles of a foot. • This condition can prevent a person from raising their foot at the ankle, pointing their toes, or moving their ankle inward and

Dec 13th, 2017

WHAT IS CHIARI MALFORMATION AND IS IT HEREDITARY?

Blog Snapshot: • Chiari malformation is a relatively common condition that causes brain tissue to extend downward into the spinal canal.  • This condition falls under two major categories. Chiari malformation type I occurs during fetal development, causi

Nov 2nd, 2017

BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS MAY INCREASE RISK OF CHRONIC PAIN IN ADOLESCENTS

Blog Snapshot: • According to a recent study, behavioral health disorders, such as anxiety and depression, are considered early risk factors for chronic pain in adolescents. • The research study was published in The Journal of Pain, and it looked into th

Nov 2nd, 2017