Under the guidance of Bill Bergman, PhD, MedX rehabilitative exercise equipment is suitable for all ages and levels of fitness from those overcoming injuries to the elite athlete. MedX is...

The Benefits of Partial Knee Replacement

Based on the principal of joint preservation, partial knee replacements target treatment of only the damaged area while preserving healthier portions of...

This minimally-invasive procedure, also called radiofrequency (RF) rhizotomy, reduces or eliminates the pain of damaged facet joints by disrupting the medial branch nerves that carry the pain...

This injection procedure is performed to relieve low back and radiating leg pain. Steroid medication can reduce the swelling and inflammation caused by spinal conditions.

Understanding Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

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ALIF is generally used to treat back or leg pain caused by degenerative disc disease. The surgeon will stabilize the spine by fusing vertebrae together with bone graft material.

Tethered Cord Syndrome

After consulting his orthopedic surgeon about chronic pain in his shoulder, Ken, 38, was surprised to find that the root of his problem was actually in his back. Neurological...

13 Team USA Athletes and Olympic Hopefuls Slated to Attend April 18 Fundraiser

Best known for her role as Frances “Baby” Houseman in the iconic 1987 movie Dirty Dancing, actress Jennifer Grey will forever be remembered for her triumphant performance in the film's final scene,...

Associated Press / Pat Graham / UPDATED JAN 26, 2012 10:46 AM ET