5 Buzzy Wellness Trends to Try in 2026
Ahh, the New Year — otherwise known as the good-luck-snagging-gym-equipment time of year. But we have an idea: Instead of attempting to claw your way into a spin class, why not try something new?...
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DISC Study Highlights Major Shift in Spine Care as High-Acuity Fusions Move Out of Hospitals and into ASCs
An operating room at DISC Surgery Center at Marina del Rey. | Photo provided by TriasMD
A new retrospective study from DISC Surgery Centers adds to the growing evidence that even the most complex...
Woman’s World Highlights DISC Experts on What Rotator Cuff Pain Really Feels Like
Woman’s World taps DISC Sports & Spine Center experts to explain what rotator cuff pain really feels like, when it may signal a tear, and why early evaluation matters. Orthopedic surgeon Michael A....
These Are the Best Snow Shovels for Seniors, According to Medical Experts
We had the first snowfall of the year in New England this week. It was just a few inches of powdery fluff, but forecasts are predicting that it will be a cold and snowy winter in many areas of the...
Need a Second Opinion? Here Are 5 Top-Rated Spine Surgeons in Los Angeles
Getting a second opinion on a potential treatment or surgery is an excellent decision. Patients may feel better about their next steps if they have multiple confirming views, which starts with...
The Modern Benefits of Same-Day Complex Spine Surgery: DISC Professionals Weigh In
We are used to the industry hype cycle. Every year, a new technique promises to revolutionize spine care, and every year, we go back to the O.R. and do mostly the same things. But the migration of...
Alternatives to Spinal Fusion: What Are Your Options?
Why Patients Look for Alternatives to Fusion
Many patients ask about alternatives to spinal fusion because they want the most effective solution with the least disruption to their lives. Once they...
HELLO! Magazine Features Dr. Braden McKnight on the Best and Worst Sleeping Positions for Back Pain
In a new feature with HELLO! Magazine, Dr. Braden McKnight, fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at DISC Surgery Center at Carlsbad, explains how your sleeping position influences spinal...
From Pain to Recovery: Understanding Lumbar Fusion
When lower back pain becomes chronic and non-surgical treatments no longer bring relief, lumbar fusion may be an effective solution. As one of the most common and successful spine surgeries performed...
What Type of Neck Pain Treatment Is Right for You? A Complete Guide to Diagnosis and Recovery
If you're reading this, you're likely among the millions who wake up with a stiff neck, struggle to turn their head, or feel persistent discomfort that makes everyday tasks exhausting. Neck pain can...
Understanding Multilevel Degenerative Disc Disease & How It’s Treated
When multiple discs in your spine show signs of degeneration, the diagnosis can feel overwhelming—but understanding your treatment options shouldn't be. Multilevel degenerative disc disease means...
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