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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...

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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...

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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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Dr. William Workman Featured in The New York Times: How to Run Faster, Healthier, and Smarter

In this New York Times feature, Dr. William Workman, orthopedic surgeon at DISC Sports & Spine Center (Walnut Creek), shares expert insight on how strategic speed work can enhance performance, build...

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Dr. Kristopher Downing Featured in Food Network: Safe Tips for Cutting Avocados and Avoiding Hand Injuries

Food Network recently featured Dr. Kristopher Downing, orthopedic hand surgeon at DISC Sports & Spine Center, in an expert piece on how to safely cut avocados — and why a common kitchen habit could...

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Outpatient Spine Surgery: A New Standard in Patient Care

In recent years, advancements in surgical techniques and perioperative care have transformed the landscape of spine surgery. A recent study, led by Dr. Steven Girdler, explores the safety, efficacy,...

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DISC Physicians Recognized by Tim McGraw for Life-Changing Surgical Care

Country music icon Tim McGraw publicly thanked his surgical team, including DISC Sports & Spine Center physicians James B. Chen, MD and Dr. Rose, for helping him overcome years of debilitating back...

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DISC in the News: Forbes, Parade, and More

It's been an exciting month for DISC Sports & Spine Center, as our expert surgeons have weighed in on a variety of health and wellness topics for stories in Forbes and Parade. DISC’s world-class...

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DISC in the News: Drs. Chen, Desai, and Bray

October is off to a strong start for DISC Sports & Spine Center, as our expert surgeons have weighed in on a variety of health and wellness topics for stories in Everyday Health, WellnessPulse and ...

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LA Times Features DISC Doctors’ Study on Outpatient Disc Replacements

The Los Angeles Times recently featured a groundbreaking study led by fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon at DISC Surgery Center, Steven Girdler, MD. The article spotlighted how this study...

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How Outpatient Orthopedic Care Is Evolving: Insights from Dr. Brett Shore

At the 22nd Annual Spine Orthopedic and Pain Management Conference, Dr. Brett Shore — a leading sports medicine orthopedic surgeon at DISC Sports & Spine Center and founder of Shore Orthopedics —...

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Dr. Steven Girdler Conducts Study on Artificial Disc Replacement

If you've been told you may need spine surgery, the idea can sound overwhelming — from the hospital stays and long recovery to the steep costs. But exciting new research from Steven Girdler, MD, a...