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Spine Health

Is Your Loved One Considering Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery? A Checklist for You

If you have a friend or family member who’s contemplating minimally invasive spine surgery, you are likely to have some questions and concerns. You want to support your loved one the best you can,...

Lumbar Spine

Treatment Options for Lumbar Back Pain

Did you know that lumbar back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide? There’s no denying the impact this common condition can have on your everyday life. If you’ve been dealing with lumbar...

Artificial Discs

Considering Artificial Disc Replacement? Here’s what you need to know.

Are you one of the 75.7 million adults suffering from neck or back pain? Has your doctor determined that your pain is the result of damage to the discs in your spine? When treatments such as...

Spine

The Importance of Early Mobilization After Spine Surgery

Would you be surprised if your surgeon told you that you’d be out of bed and walking shortly after your spine surgery—usually within hours? Many people still anticipate the “older school” of thought...

Cervical Discs

ACDF Surgery: What You Need to Know

Almost everyone will experience some degree of degeneration, or wearing down, of the cushiony discs in their spine as they age. For some people, this process doesn’t cause any problems, but for...

Artificial Discs

How to Select a Surgeon for Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery

When you’re considering artificial disc replacement, finding the right surgeon is essential. You’re literally placing yourself in your surgeon’s hands, so you want someone whose skills and expertise...

Spine Health

UnitedHealthcare Patients Can Benefit from Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Are you a UnitedHealthcare patient who’s considering spine surgery? When it comes to taking care of your health, it’s essential to make fully informed decisions about your medical treatments. So...

Patient Stories

Patient Story: DISC Relieves Pain for Mountain Biker Aaron Chase

Aaron Chase, professional mountain biker and Red Bull athlete, is known for his unique approach to riding. Chase has been declared a legend in mountain biking and is best known for winning the dual...

Spine Health

3 Indications that You Need Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery

Did you know that a huge component of your surgeon’s job takes place before a single incision has even been made? Selecting the right surgical procedure for your individual case is necessary to help...

Spine

Best Ways to Treat Facet Joint Syndrome, an Arthritis-like Condition

Have you been experiencing intermittent flares of back or neck pain? Does your neck stiffen up, making it impossible to turn your head? Do you feel pain when you lean backward but lessens when you...

Patient Education

4 Reasons You Should Consider Interventional Pain Management

You’ve made the decision to see a doctor for your neck or back pain. But now you’re faced with another question: Who should you see? Because many types of healthcare providers treat spine conditions,...

Artificial Discs

5 Things to Know About Artificial Disc Replacement

If you’re like most people, you probably never gave much thought to your intervertebral discs until you experienced a problem. These spongy structures sit in between the vertebrae of your spine,...