Back Pain
Why do I need a back brace after spinal fusion surgery?
Hanna Rogers
With spinal fusion surgery, whether or not you need a back brace will depend on the location and levels of fusion as well as your personal risk…
Back Pain
Back pain is divided into neck pain (cervical), middle back pain (thoracic), lower back pain (lumbar) or coccydynia (tailbone or sacral pain) based on the segment affected. The lumbar area is the most common area affected. An episode of back pain may be acute, sub-acute, or chronic depending on the duration. The pain may be characterized as a dull ache, shooting or piercing pain, or a burning sensation. Discomfort can radiate into the arms and hands as well as the legs or feet, and may include numbness, or weakness in the legs and arms.
Back Pain
New Types of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery to Treat Chronic Low Back Pain
Hanna Rogers
New types of minimally invasive spine surgery are being developed continually, and that is giving new hope to people who are struggling with ongoing…
Back Pain
Why Does My Back Hurt When I Wake Up? Understanding and Addressing Morning Back Pain
Hanna Rogers
If you’re searching the internet for “why does my back hurt when I wake up,” I think it’s safe to assume this isn’t a one-time event for you. Most…
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Should I see a physician assistant vs doctor for my back pain treatment?
Neurosurgery One
What’s the difference between a physician assistant vs doctor when it comes to treating your back or neck pain? Is it better to see a physician…
Back Pain
When to Go to the ER for Back Pain
Dr. Angela Bohnen
Know when to go to the ER for back pain or neck pain to avoid disability or even death. Learn the back pain red flag symptoms.
Back Pain
A Guide to Lower Back Pain Self Care
Neurosurgery One
Home remedies help most people manage lower back pain. This blog is about types of self care you can try.
Back Pain
The Best Way to Treat Back and Neck Pain
Dr. Wissam Asfahani
The best way to treat back pain or neck pain is for you to follow a well-documented process, called a standard of care. This will help ensure that…
Back Pain
Interventional Pain Management Procedures Guide
Hanna Rogers
Interventional pain management procedures include a variety of non-invasive or minimally invasive procedures to treat back and neck pain without the…
Back Pain
Video: How to Treat Chronic Back Pain Without Surgery
Michele
In this video, Denver neurosurgeon and spine surgeon Dr. Angela Bohnen discusses chronic back pain and how it can be reduced or eliminated without…
Back Pain
What can be done for low back pain when PT and medications don’t work?
Dr. Lloyd Mobley
Two new minimally invasive procedures can treat many patients with chronic low back pain who haven’t found relief with conservative treatments.
Back Pain
Neurosurgery One
Adult onset scoliosis occurs due to time, gravity and genetics. Pain caused by adult scoliosis can be reduced by 50 - 70% with surgery. Learn more…
Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fusion Surgery Video
Dawn Thurston
Lumbar Spine Fusion relieves low back pain caused by many conditions. Learn how it is performed and what you can expect during recovery.
Back Pain
SI Joint Dysfunction Infographic
Michele
SI joint pain is often misdiagnosed as a spine problem. But there are some simple ways for you and your doctor to tell if your low back pain might be…
Back Pain
SI Joint Dysfunction Self Test [Infographic]
Dr. Wissam Asfahani
SI joint dysfunction is an often overlooked cause of low back pain. Take a look at this infographic to learn more and find out if you might be…
Back Pain
Does spinal cord stimulation really work?
Dr. Joshua Beckman
Does spinal cord stimulation really work? This article will explain what exactly this treatment is and how successful it is at treating constant back…
Back Pain
Spinal Injections: A Simple Guide
Dr. Erasmus Morfe
Are you interested in spinal injections? Click here for a simple guide that includes what to expect, types of injections, and if you're a candidate.
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The Overlooked Cause of Chronic Low Back Pain
Dr. Lloyd Mobley
Chronic low back pain can be misdiagnosed as degenerative disc disease. Your pain may actually be caused by the vertebrae.
Back Pain
Neurosurgery One
Intracept is a minimally invasive procedure to relieve chronic lower back pain in patients with vertebrogenic pain. Learn how patients are back to…
Back Pain
Neurosurgery One
A patient discusses how she found relief from chronic low back pain with the Intracept procedure. Hear directly from the patient about her experience…
Back Pain
Neurosurgery One
A herniated disc, also referred to as a slipped disc, is a very common cause of pain that occurs most often in people in their mid-30s to mid-50s.
