Research done by the Spine Medical Center discloses that roughly 5 million people in the United States are suffering from Discogenic pain. On the other hand, it is confirmed that 40% of all chronic spine pain is majorly linked to a problem in intervertebral discs. If you are experiencing … [Read more...] about Discogenic Pain: Things to Know
How to Get Your Life Back From Chronic Back Pain
Millions of adults suffer from chronic back pain, but that doesn't mean you can't live a full life. Rare diseases such as spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease are untreatable, and we understand dealing with that type of endless back pain can be both mentally and physically exhausting. … [Read more...] about How to Get Your Life Back From Chronic Back Pain
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is the term used for continued pain a patient has after an unsuccessful back surgery. The patient is usually referred to a pain management specialist to treat existing pain. The goal of spinal surgery is to decompress a nerve root or to stabilize a … [Read more...] about Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
What’s the Difference Between a Herniated Disc and Bulging Disc
Discs are the cushions between the vertebrae in the spine. They are made up of cartilage – soft cartilage on the inside with an outer layer of tough cartilage. The 23 vertebral discs in the back have three main roles: to act as a shock absorber, to allow for spinal mobility, and to act as ligaments … [Read more...] about What’s the Difference Between a Herniated Disc and Bulging Disc
How to Treat Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
Degenerative adult scoliosis, also known as adult onset scoliosis, is when the facet joints and intervertebral discs deteriorate and lead to a curve in the spine. This side-to-side curve occurs over time as a person gets older. Commonly, it begins after the age of 40, and is more frequently … [Read more...] about How to Treat Adult Degenerative Scoliosis
Radiofrequency Lesioning: How it Works
If you suffer from chronic low back pain or neck pain and do not find relief from other pain management treatments or interventional medicine, radiofrequency lesioning (RFL) may be a good option. What is Radiofrequency Lesioning & Ablation? Radiofrequency lesioning (ablation) is a … [Read more...] about Radiofrequency Lesioning: How it Works