Can My Spinal Fractures Heal on Their Own with Rest?May 01, 2022Spinal fractures, breaks in the vertebrae that make up your spine, can occur for many reasons, especially trauma and underlying bone disease. How you treat them depends, in large part, on the severity of the fracture. Continue reading →
5 Risk Factors for a Herniated DiscApr 01, 2022Herniated discs are one of the most common reasons for back pain and pain that radiates into the extremities. Each year, up to 2% of the population develops a problem with this spinal cushioning structure, with the most common group being men ages 30-50. Continue reading →
Radiculopathy Types and What to ExpectMar 01, 2022You’ve likely heard of a pinched nerve, but you might not know the medical term for it: radiculopathy. When a spinal nerve root is compressed or pinched by surrounding structures — including cartilage, muscles, tendons, bone spurs...Continue reading →
Spinal Stenosis: 3 Effective TreatmentsFeb 01, 2022Your spine contains 24 bony vertebrae, each connected above and below by facet joints and separated by an intervertebral disc, a pillow-like cushion that acts as a shock absorber when you walk, jump, or even bend. Continue reading →
Can Aging Cause Sciatica?Jan 01, 2022If you have sciatica, you know the pain that comes with this common condition. The sciatic nerve, the longest nerve in your body, becomes pinched or impinged by some part of your spinal structure — bone, intervertebral disc material, or soft tissue. Continue reading →
Can I Tell if I Have a Brain Tumor?Dec 01, 2021If your doctor tells you that you have a brain tumor, you might feel it’s coming out of left field. Then you might wonder if you should have noticed the warning signs earlier. Continue reading →
Warning Signs of a Pinched NerveNov 01, 2021If anything applies too much pressure on a nerve — including cartilage, muscles, tendons, bone spurs, or the material oozing out from a herniated disc — it interferes with the nerve’s function and causes an array of unpleasant symptoms. Continue reading →
My Child Has Scoliosis. Now What?Oct 01, 2021Your spine has the unenviable task of straightening and supporting your body as it distributes your weight effectively. To do this, the cervical and lumbar spines form a vertical S-shape, while your thoracic (chest) spine forms a slight C-shape. Continue reading →
Effective Scoliosis TreatmentSep 16, 2021Your spine is a flexible structure made of bone, cartilage, and connecting tissues. To best distribute your body weight, it curves vertically in an S-shape. That also helps to reduce pressure on any single area of your back.Continue reading →
Why You Should Consider Minimally Invasive Spine SurgeryAug 30, 2021Back pain is a common ailment, afflicting 8 out of 10 people at least one time during their lives. Your spine extends all the way from the base of the skull into the neck (cervical spine), through the chest (thoracic spine), and down to the...Continue reading →
Dr. Max Steuer Named to Atlanta Top Docs 2020Sep 29, 2020Congratulations to Dr. Max Steuer for being named “Top Doctors” in Atlanta Magazine’s annual guide of Atlanta physicians! Dr. Steuer was recognized in the July issue of Atlanta Magazine, taking his place among 1,002 stellar physicians...Continue reading →
Keeping Our Patients Safe During COVID-19Aug 25, 2020As the world moves deeper into the COVID-19 pandemic, Polaris Spine and Neurosurgery Center recognizes that the need for safe medical care not related to COVID-19 has become more important than ever. Continue reading →
4 Myths About Regenerative Injection TherapyMar 16, 2020In recent years, regenerative injection therapies (like stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma, or PRP) have become very popular as treatment options for back, spine and sports injuries. Unfortunately, the rapid growth in this practice...Continue reading →
Patient's Guide to Sports-Related Spine InjuriesNov 05, 2019For athletes, sports injuries are a fact of life. When you’re depending on your body to push it to the finish line and meet extraordinary physical goals, there’s bound to be some collateral damage along the road. Luckily, many common sports injuries...Continue reading →
How to Stay Up to Date with Spine Care: 3 Articles, 2 Quotes, and 1 QuestionOct 30, 2019I subscribe to a newsletter by James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, entitled “3-2-1 Thursday.” Mr. Clear includes 3 ideas, 2 quotes, and 1 question in a regular email newsletter.Continue reading →
Demystifying Leg Pain vs. Back PainOct 14, 2019Because the nerves in the spinal column eventually travel down the legs, pain in one of these regions is often related to a problem in the other. Since many patients are unaware of the close relationship between leg and back pain...Continue reading →
Patient’s Guide to Non-Surgical Spine RehabilitationSep 12, 2019If you are experiencing significant back pain, perhaps from a back-related sports injury or by some other accident, you don’t need to assume you need surgery to correct the problem. In reality, you have numerous non-surgical options for encouraging spine..Continue reading →
Patient’s Guide to Robotic Spine SurgeryAug 29, 2019While minimally invasive surgical techniques have made spine surgery more accurate, less painful and less traumatic in recent years, robotics are now changing spine surgery for the better in ways we could only imagine just a few years ago. Continue reading →
3 Common Myths About SciaticaAug 20, 2019“Sciatica” is a term that many people use loosely without truly understanding what it is or what its ramifications might be. Some people immediately assume their back/leg pain means surgery is in their future; others simply try to diagnose and treat it onContinue reading →
Patient’s Guide to Spinal Pain ManagementAug 15, 2019As many as 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. However, the fact that back pain is common doesn’t lessen its impact on our quality of life. Spinal pain has the ability to disrupt our routines....Continue reading →
Patient’s Guide to Spinal Curvature DisordersJul 25, 2019Spine curvature disorders affect millions of Americans, but many people still don’t understand what curvature is, what causes it or how it can be treated. If you’ve been recently diagnosed with some sort of curvature, such as scoliosis,...Continue reading →
Patient’s Guide to Regenerative Injection TherapyJul 11, 2019Regenerative injection therapy is a powerful modern medical technique that helps enhance the body’s own natural healing processes. It can help repair injured tissues to provide lasting pain relief and accelerate recovery times after an injury. Continue reading →
Patient’s Guide to Minimally Invasive Spine SurgeryJun 24, 2019For patients suffering from neck or back pain, the idea of surgery can be quite intimidating. Indeed, in earlier days, spine surgery could be quite involved and complicated, and the rates of success were inconsistent at best. Continue reading →
15 Questions to Ask Your Neurosurgeon Before SurgeryJun 12, 2019Neurosurgery is not to be taken lightly. While some procedures are riskier than others, even the most “routine” of surgeries are not going to feel routine to you. Even if you’re in the capable hands of one of Atlanta’s top neurosurgeons...Continue reading →
How Robotics Are Changing Spine SurgeryMay 22, 2019Every so often, a technological advance or discovery will revolutionize an industry, radically changing the way things are done, as well as changing expectations for success. The emergence of robotic-assisted surgery is having this kind of effect on the...Continue reading →
Robot-Guided Surgery: What Patients Must KnowMay 08, 2019When some people hear the term “robotics” in the context of surgery, their minds jump into the realm of science fiction, perhaps picturing an artificially intelligent machine performing a delicate procedure on them. The real-world scenario...Continue reading →
Spinal Screw Placements with ExcelsiusGPSApr 24, 2019When performing back and spine surgery — particularly with spinal screw placements — precision is key to a successful operation with minimal risk to the patient. That’s why the emergence of robotic-assisted surgery is hailed as such...Continue reading →
The Future of Robotic Spine SurgeryApr 10, 2019The use of robotics in surgery isn’t exactly a new concept, but with the technological advances of recent years, it is just now making its first inroads into the mainstream. Thanks to advantages like greater accuracy, smaller incisions and quicker...Continue reading →
What Sets ExcelsiusGPS Apart from Other Spine Surgery Robots?Mar 27, 2019If you have been paying attention lately to the buzz coming from our office, you’ve already heard us talk about how proud we are to be one of the first clinics in our region to offer robotic-assisted surgery with ExcelsiusGPS.Continue reading →
Lasers: For Star Wars OnlyMar 15, 2019After the sudden closure of the Laser Spine Institute, based in Tampa, Florida, many people are now asking, “Was laser spine surgery just a fad? Just a bunch of hype?” The answer, unfortunately, appears to be yes.Continue reading →
Globus Medical's ExcelsiusGPS Innovates Spine SurgeryMar 13, 2019No matter the specific procedure, any surgical operation on the spine is a delicate procedure requiring the highest levels of precision. Even with the emergence of minimally invasive spine surgery, surgeons place a high value on any...Continue reading →
Can Robotic Spine Surgery Fix Herniated Discs?Feb 27, 2019As modern medicine continues to improve on the way we perform spinal procedures, robotic spine surgery represents a huge leap forward. Many minimally invasive procedures can now be performed with remarkable levels of accuracy, minimizing tissue damage...Continue reading →
How Are Stem Cells Used in Regenerative MedicineFeb 20, 2019The human body has a remarkable ability to heal itself — sometimes better than any treatment could. Regenerative medicine is an exciting area of practice in which the body’s own self-healing characteristics can be accelerated and targeted to specific...Continue reading →
5 Tips For Speeding Up Spinal Surgery Recovery TimeFeb 13, 2019Not that long ago, spine surgery typically meant time in a hospital and long recovery times afterward. Nowadays, thanks to modern technology and advances in surgical techniques, many spinal procedures are now minimally invasive and performed....Continue reading →
Finding an Outpatient Spinal Care Clinic in AtlantaFeb 06, 2019Thanks to modern medical advances, many spine surgeries, and other procedures can be performed with minimal invasiveness and on an outpatient basis. Outpatient surgery allows you to go home the same day as your procedure...Continue reading →
Can Robotic Spine Surgery Fix Slipped Discs?Jan 30, 2019Robotic technology is changing the way many neurosurgeons approach minimally invasive spinal procedures. Thanks to robotic-assisted surgery, we can now make incisions and place implants with higher degrees of accuracy, causing less tissue damage...Continue reading →
How Is Platelet-Rich Plasma Used in Regenerative Medicine?Jan 23, 2019The human body is designed to heal itself — but sometimes the process is slower than expected. Sometimes health conditions, poor habits or other circumstances can stunt the natural healing process, and sometimes the pain of injury just demands...Continue reading →
Regenerative Medicine Options for Spine PainJan 09, 2019It wasn’t that long ago that patients suffering from spine pain and injury had a limited number of treatment options, none of which was optimal. They could live with the pain and try to manage it; they could take powerful pain medications with the risk...Continue reading →
Robotic Spine Surgery Arrives in Atlanta, GAJan 03, 2019As modern medical advances in recent years have made spine surgery much less invasive and more precise, the latest technology takes this trend to a whole new level. Robotic-assisted surgery now enables spine surgeons to conduct procedures with...Continue reading →
Safe Pain Management for Chronic Spinal PainDec 18, 2018When you’re experiencing chronic spinal pain, the first thing on your mind is how to find relief. Some patients prefer to bypass pain management, assuming that the only way to find permanent relief is through some type of surgery. Continue reading →
What Conditions Can Robotic Spine Surgery Correct?Dec 18, 2018The emergence of robotic-assisted spine surgery is an exciting development that promises higher levels of accuracy and success with spinal procedures, as well as reduced risks and decreased recovery times for patients.Continue reading →
Can Robotic Spine Surgery Fix Leg Pain?Dec 16, 2018Robotic-assisted spine surgery is an advanced technology that makes minimally invasive spinal procedures even less invasive, safer and less painful. As patients become more aware of this technology, they are naturally curious as to whether...Continue reading →
What Causes Spine Curvature Disorders?Dec 11, 2018The spinal column is designed to protect the spinal cord while providing skeletal support and balance to the body, allowing humans to stand upright. Seen from the back, a healthy spinal column appears straight; from the side, it maintains a gentle curve.Continue reading →
What is Recovery Like After Robotic Spine Surgery?Dec 03, 2018Robotic-assisted surgery is a revolutionary medical/technological advance that may transform the way many back and spine procedures are performed. Incisions and implants can be performed with much higher degrees of accuracy and...Continue reading →
The History of Robotic Spine SurgeryNov 21, 2018The use of robotics in spinal surgery is getting a lot of attention these days as a revolutionary medical advance — but the beginnings of robotic spine surgery actually go back almost 20 years, and the roots of robotic surgery in general date back decades.Continue reading →
How Effective is Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Injuries?Nov 06, 2018An injury of any kind can be highly painful and very life-disruptive. However, in some cases, the recommended treatment (surgery) can be just as disruptive and painful, and it may only be partially effective.Continue reading →
Spinal Pain Management Without Surgery or NarcoticsOct 30, 2018If you’re experiencing spinal pain to the point that you’re seeking out medical help, chances are your quality of life is being affected. After all, spinal pain is distracting, it can restrict mobility, it can affect your performance at work — the ...Continue reading →
Most Common Questions About Robot-Assisted SurgeryOct 24, 2018The idea of robot-assisted surgery certainly raises a number of questions, most notably by people who may be considering such a procedure. Below are answers to a few of the most common questions we receive about robot-assisted surgery...Continue reading →
How Soon Can Athletes Return to Sports After a Back Injury?Oct 17, 2018“Doctor, how long before I can get back in the game?” When treating athletes for back injuries, this is one of the most common questions we hear. They’re often not as concerned about the extent of the damage to their back as to how soon...Continue reading →
Is Robotic Spine Surgery Right For Me?Oct 10, 2018Robotic spine surgery is one of those significant medical advancements with the potential to completely revolutionize the way spine and neurosurgeons approach surgical treatment for their patients. Of course, with every new technology comes...Continue reading →
6 Surgical Options For Fixing Severe Back InjuriesOct 03, 2018Many types of back injuries can be healed over time without the need for surgery. However, if the injury is particularly severe and debilitating, or if non-surgical treatments aren’t doing enough to promote healing, a surgical procedure...Continue reading →
9 Things Patients Need to Know About Robotic Spine SurgerySep 26, 2018There’s a lot of chatter and excitement in the medical community these days about robotic spine surgery. Touted as a major medical advance in our field, robotics has the potential to significantly change the way many spinal surgeons perform procedures. Continue reading →
Does Stem Cell Therapy Really Work For Back Injuries?Sep 19, 2018There’s an increasing amount of chatter, excitement (and yes, sometimes hype) these days about stem cell therapy as a method of accelerating the healing process for injuries. This regenerative injection therapy has already shown promise in treating...Continue reading →
How Epidural Steroid Injections Relieve Spinal Nerve PainSep 12, 2018If you’re experiencing spinal nerve pain emanating from your lower back, especially pain associated with sciatica due to a ruptured disk or spinal stenosis, your spinal specialist may recommend epidural steroid injections to relieve the pain...Continue reading →
What Kind of Surgeries Can Be Performed by RobotsSep 05, 2018Ever since the first robotic surgical system was approved in 2000 by the FDA, robotic surgery has seen a rapid adoption rate in hospitals and outpatient clinics throughout the country. Robotic surgical systems are typically designed as an assistive...Continue reading →
Holistic Pain Management for Spinal InjuriesAug 29, 2018It’s tempting to treat illnesses and injuries in a compartmentalized, almost quick-fix fashion. In pain? Infected? Out comes the prescription pad for pain medication or antibiotics. Injured? Surgery.Continue reading →
6 Non-Surgical Options for Fixing Severe Back InjuriesAug 22, 2018There are few physical conditions that can be more disruptive to your life than a significant back injury. Mobility can be severely limited, and the pain can be excruciating. Surgery may often provide relief and enable recovery, but invasive procedures...Continue reading →
5 Advantages of Robotic Spine SurgeryAug 16, 2018Robotic technology is changing the way surgeons perform surgical spine operations, and Polaris Spine & Neurosurgery Center is excited to be at the head of this new technology with the adoption of Excelsius GPSTM.Continue reading →
Opioids: Health Hazards and Alternative TreatmentsAug 09, 2018The opioid crisis is one of the biggest problems our society is facing. Stories of celebrity overdoses, high-profile drug busts, and lethal new compounds of fentanyl are constantly in the media. Continue reading →
Treating Back Pain With Regenerative Injection TherapyAug 02, 2018Modern medicine has given us many positive options for treating back pain, but perhaps one of the most innovative and promising among them is regenerative injection therapy. While this approach was developed and came into use decades ago....Continue reading →
First Aid For Back-Related Sports InjuriesJul 24, 2018When you get involved in sports, whether seriously or for fun, back strains and injuries are a common potential pitfall. Many such injuries are minor and will heal naturally, while others require medical attention. How you respond in the minutes...Continue reading →
8 Most Common Sports InjuriesJul 12, 2018Participating in one or more sports is a vital part of a healthy, active lifestyle — good for the heart, good for the respiration, good for building and maintaining muscular strength, etc. In a perfect world, only good would come of playing sports...Continue reading →
Is Robotic Spine Surgery Safe?Jul 06, 2018Recent advances in medical technology tend to excite healthcare professionals — but at the same time, they can intimidate patients who don’t fully understand it. One example is the emergence of robots that perform surgical procedures.Continue reading →
How Soon Can I Get Back to Sports After Back Surgery?Jul 02, 2018When it comes to sports-related injuries and recovery times, athletes can be naturally impatient. When a spine or back surgery becomes necessary, we often hear the question, “How soon can I get back to sports after back surgery?”Continue reading →
How Excelsius GPSTM Optimizes Patient OutcomesJun 28, 2018Recently, Polaris Spine & Neurosurgery Center became the first outpatient surgery center in the southeastern U.S. — and the second nationwide — to utilize Excelsius GPSTM, a state-of-the-art robotic system...Continue reading →
How Stem Cell Therapy Can Promote Healing in a Back InjuryJun 21, 2018In recent years, stem cell therapy has come into wider use as a viable treatment option for healing injuries and regenerating damaged tissues. Stem cells have been used to treat arthritic joints, knee and joint injuries, chronic wounds and similar...Continue reading →
Healing Your Back with Robotic SurgeryJun 14, 2018Patients needing back surgeries now have a safer, more accurate alternative to traditional surgery in their quest for healing and long-term relief. Robotic surgery has enabled spine surgeons to perform a variety of minimally invasive back procedures...Continue reading →
6 Treatments for Sports-Related Back InjuriesJun 12, 2018Maintaining an active lifestyle is always important to good health, but it can also come with the occasional risk. Most athletes, for example, can be susceptible to injury, including injuries to the back. Common sports-related back injuries may include...Continue reading →
How Does Robotic Spine Surgery Work?Jun 06, 2018The use of robots in surgery might be one of the most exciting medical innovations of our time — and yet many patients are unaware of the benefits or are concerned about the outcomes.Continue reading →
How Long Does Back Pain Recovery Take?May 30, 2018When patients experiencing back pain or injury come in for treatment, one of the most common questions asked is, “How long does back pain recovery take?” Back pain affects about 80 percent of us at some point in our lives, and when it happens...Continue reading →
3 Low Back Pain Rehabilitation ExercisesMay 22, 2018The vast majority of us will suffer some sort of lower back pain at some time in our lives. In many cases, back pain occurs due to overuse, strain and injury due to sports activities.Continue reading →
Returning to Sports After Regenerative Injection TherapyMar 21, 2018When considering regenerative injection therapy to treat a sports-related injury, the top priority initially is to alleviate the pain and heal the injury itself. After the healing begins, however, the nagging question for most athletes is when they...Continue reading →
How to Rehab a Back Injury Caused by ExerciseMar 14, 2018While regular exercise is a critical element of a healthy, active lifestyle, it’s still possible to overdo it on occasion. Perhaps you didn’t warm up properly beforehand, or you lost your balance, or maybe you’ve just been doing too much...Continue reading →
The Body’s Repair Kit at Work – Stem Cell TherapyMar 12, 2018Our patient Debi Neisess, is a hands-on woman. She has been in the real estate business for 32 years and fixes up most of the properties she sells. She enjoys tennis and power walking. “I’m a very active person,” she says.Continue reading →
The Benefits of Aquatic Therapy After a Spinal InjuryMar 07, 2018Patients who are recovering from a spinal injury must typically walk a fine line between restoring flexibility and strengthening muscles without aggravating their injury. Aquatic therapy (which is essentially physical therapy in a warm pool)....Continue reading →
How Athletes Can Prevent Back InjuriesFeb 27, 2018It’s the bane of the athlete’s existence: The ongoing threat of injury. When a season-ending back injury pulls you out of the game, the frustration can be just as torturous as the pain itself. Continue reading →
What Injuries Can PRP Therapy Treat?Feb 20, 2018Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP therapy, for short) has become immensely popular as a treatment for various injuries, especially athletic-related injuries. An innovative technique that effectively speeds up the body’s self-healing capabilities...Continue reading →
8 Exercise Mistakes That Exacerbate Back PainFeb 13, 2018When you’re experiencing back pain, there’s nothing wrong with continuing some sort of exercise routine. In fact, exercise in general is encouraged because it helps increase strength and flexibility to support the back and promote healing.Continue reading →
What to Look For in an Atlanta PRP SpecialistFeb 06, 2018Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) has gained a lot of attention in recent years as a way to accelerate the healing of various injuries by injecting a patient’s own platelet cells into the injury site, enabling the body to heal itself more quickly.Continue reading →
Laser Spine Surgery: Why Our Spine Surgeons Say NoDec 20, 2017There’s something about the term “laser surgery” that automatically suggests “cutting edge,” the apex of technology. We automatically assume that the use of lasers suggests unmatched surgical precision. However, despite Polaris’ commitment to employing...Continue reading →
What Causes Back Pain?Dec 14, 2017If you’re experiencing back pain, you’re in good company. Experts at the Mayo Clinic estimate that as many as 80 percent of Americans will experience low back pain at some point in their lives.Continue reading →
Pain Management Treatments for Severe Back InjuriesDec 11, 2017If you’ve suffered a moderate to severe back injury, you already know that the pain can be at times overwhelming and unbearable. Many people assume the default solution for this type of injury is major invasive surgery, which they assume is costly...Continue reading →
Finding Back Pain Relief with Spinal SurgeryDec 07, 2017When other, non-invasive treatments have not sufficiently lessened the pain, many patients ultimately find back pain relief with spinal surgery. Continue reading →
What Are Treatment Options for Spondylolisthesis?Dec 04, 2017Spondylolisthesis — it’s a mouthful to say, but it is nothing to smirk at. It can be a source of significant pain, causing restricted mobility, numbness and in rare cases even incontinence.Continue reading →
Manage Back Pain with Regenerative Injection TherapyNov 30, 2017As an alternative to invasive surgical procedures, many patients suffering from back pain are able to manage the pain with regenerative injection therapy. Continue reading →
How to Keep Low Back Pain from Getting WorseNov 27, 2017Anyone who has suffered from low back pain knows how disruptive and demoralizing it can be, especially if left unchecked. Even modest bouts can restrict your activities, distract you at work, add to your stress and even cause depression...Continue reading →
Patient Testimonial – Phillip S.Nov 20, 2017"I was having a lot of trouble with my left knee after playing golf or snow skiing. I would have to put ice on it to reduce the swelling. I was told about Polaris Spine & Neurosurgery Center.Continue reading →
How to Choose an Atlanta PRP SpecialistNov 20, 2017Platelet-rich Plasma Injection Therapy is growing in popularity as an effective treatment for various types of injuries, including ailments of the back and spine. Accordingly, a growing number of medical facilities are offering PRP therapy as an option. Continue reading →
How Stem Cell Therapy Heals Your BodyNov 16, 2017Thanks to modern medical advances and research, regenerative medicine is currently revolutionizing the way we treat injuries in the body. Stem cell therapy, in particular, shows great promise and produces remarkable results by helping the body heal itself.Continue reading →
Does My Back Pain Require Surgery?Nov 14, 2017When a person develops significant or acute back pain, it also quite often is accompanied by fear of painful, invasive surgical procedures that may or may not even work. One of the most common questions we hear is “does my back pain require surgery?”Continue reading →
How to Get Better Sleep With Chronic Lower Back PainOct 04, 2017It’s a bit of a paradox: Having chronic lower back pain can make it difficult to sleep, yet sleeping well at night is one of the keys to promoting good back health overall. How do you break the vicious cycle?Continue reading →
What to Expect Before, During, and After Minimally Invasive SurgerySep 27, 2017Thanks to modern medical advances, many spine ailments and injuries can be medically addressed with minimally invasive surgery. In days past, back or neck surgery of any kind always meant days or even weeks in the hospital, followed by long...Continue reading →
Soothe Chronic Back Pain with Massage TherapySep 20, 2017In the not-too-distant past, the baseline treatment for people suffering from chronic back pain was for doctors to prescribe some form of pain medication. However, with growing concerns about opioid addiction (including legally prescribed pain meds)...Continue reading →
Tips for Preventing Adult Degenerative ScoliosisSep 13, 2017Scoliosis is a condition affecting the curvature of the spine, either to the right or to the left. Left untreated, it can often lead to chronic pain and deformity. Continue reading →
Why You Need a Customized Treatment Plan for Lower Back PainSep 05, 2017When it comes to treating lower back pain, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all treatment plan. The back may seem like a deceptively simple part of the body, but it’s actually a very complex system of nerves, vertebrae...Continue reading →
How Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Can Get You Back in the GameAug 31, 2017One of the most remarkable wonders of nature is the body’s own ability to heal itself. In recent years, modern medical advances have unveiled revolutionary regenerative injection therapies that actually help facilitate...Continue reading →
6 Non-Surgical Treatments for Spinal RehabilitationAug 24, 2017It seems like most people recoil at the very hint that their back pain might point to an injury or deformity of the spine. Due perhaps to the abundance of horror stories in circulation, many folks immediately assume that their back problems...Continue reading →
What Sports Are Safest For People With Lower Back Pain?Aug 17, 2017People often assume that once they develop lower back pain, their athletic days are pretty much over. Indeed, many of us don’t feel like doing much exercise when we’re in pain, and our first impulse is to restrict movement in order to avoid...Continue reading →
Developing An Effective Pain Management Plan After Spinal SurgeryAug 10, 2017While some pain is to be expected after spinal surgery, the idea that you just have to “live with the pain” is misguided, especially in today’s world of modern medicine. Continue reading →
Choosing an Atlanta Spine Wellness Center to Alleviate Lower Back PainAug 03, 2017Whether you’ve experienced a recent injury or have been grappling with chronic low back pain for years, choosing the right Atlanta spine wellness center is a critical decision. There are many things to consider when choosing an Atlanta spine specialist...Continue reading →
4 Tips for Finding the Best Neurosurgeon in AtlantaJul 03, 2017If you need surgery of the brain or spine, it’s important to work with a clinic that is known for the best neurosurgery in Atlanta, with proven experience and skill, someone you can trust. Continue reading →
The Post-Operative Guide to Recovering from Spine SurgeryJun 29, 2017Regardless of whether you are using surgical or non-surgical treatments, recovering from back pain can be a long road. If you and your doctor determine minimally invasive spine surgery is right for you, the procedure itself is only the beginning.Continue reading →
10 Questions to Ask Your Spine Surgeon Before SurgeryJun 27, 2017Spine surgery can be serious business, but if you have chosen an experienced and knowledgeable spine surgeon, you’ll be in good hands. But even surgeries that are considered “routine” for our surgeons, may not be routine for you. Continue reading →
Tips from Atlanta’s Top Spinal Surgeons for Relieving Back PainJun 22, 2017If you’ve ever experienced back pain, you know that even in mild cases it can have a profound impact on your lifestyle. While nearly 80 percent of us will experience some form of back pain as a normal part of life...Continue reading →
3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Spine Specialist in AtlantaJun 20, 2017If you live in Atlanta and are experiencing back pain and/or spine issues, the task of choosing a spine specialist in Atlanta is not necessarily an easy one. You want someone with knowledge and experience, someone who listens with compassion....Continue reading →
What to Expect After Regenerative Injection TherapyJun 15, 2017Regenerative injection therapy is a groundbreaking form of medicine that injects natural substances into strategic parts of the body to help it heal itself without drugs or invasive surgeries.Continue reading →
5 Scoliosis Myths In Honor of Scoliosis Awareness MonthJun 09, 2017Scoliosis is a common spinal deformity that usually manifests as a curvature of the spine. It affects approximately 3 percent of the population and usually appears during childhood. Despite how frequently scoliosis occurs and the medical advances that...Continue reading →
Tips For Finding a Top Spine Surgeon in AtlantaJun 05, 2017If you need a spine procedure performed, you don’t want to entrust yourself to just anyone. Spine surgery is a highly specialized field requiring flawless precision, so it is critical to find a surgeon with an excellent track record and...Continue reading →
Finding Neck Pain Relief Through Minimally Invasive SurgeryMay 29, 2017Not that long ago, finding relief from chronic neck pain required open neck surgery, which is an invasive procedure accompanied by hospital stays and long recovery times. Nowadays, thanks to modern medical advances, more and more people...Continue reading →
How to Prepare For Your First Appointment With a Spine DoctorMay 20, 2017Your initial appointment to see a spine doctor can feel a bit daunting at first. If you’ve never been treated for back and spine issues, you might be unsure of what to expect. Not only are you probably experiencing some back pain now,...Continue reading →
What It Takes to Be One of Atlanta’s Top NeurosurgeonsMay 10, 2017Issues with the brain, spine, and neck can have a ripple effect on so many other parts of the body, which is why you should only entrust your care to the most qualified medical professionals when you need a neurosurgical procedure. Continue reading →
Can Adults Develop Scoliosis?Apr 01, 2017Yes, adults develop scoliosis more often than you think. Scoliosis refers to a curvature of the spine, either to the right or left, caused by any of a number of factors. Continue reading →
How Do I Prevent Kyphosis?Apr 01, 2017Kyphosis is a rounded curvature of the upper spine that contributes to a “stooped” or “hunched” look. It may be caused over time by a number of factors, including congenital defects, osteoporosis, bad posture, and even nutritional...Continue reading →
Can Regenerative Injection Therapy (RIT) Repair Injured Tissues?Apr 01, 2017Regenerative Injection Therapy (RIT) does not directly repair an injury. Rather, it stimulates the body to begin healing itself. To understand how it works, we must first understand the body’s healing processes. Continue reading →
What Conditions Can Be Treated With an Epidural Steroid Injection?Apr 01, 2017An epidural steroid injection (ESI) is an injection used for the purpose of relieving back, leg or arm pain caused by a number of conditions. The injection consists of a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation and an anesthetic that is used...Continue reading →
Does Acupuncture Really Work?Mar 24, 2017Acupuncture is an ancient practice from traditional Chinese medicine that is used to relieve pain and other symptoms on the premise of restoring the flow of energy (“qi”) along the pathways of the body. While this explanation might seem a bit mystical...Continue reading →
Is Electromyography (EMG) Painful?Mar 22, 2017Electromyography (EMG) is a test that measures and graphs the electrical activity in your muscles as they move. Muscles contract when nerve cells (called motor neurons) send a small electrical impulse into them.Continue reading →
What to Expect After Undergoing a LaminectomyMar 20, 2017A laminectomy is a surgical procedure in which your spinal surgeon removes a portion of one or more of your vertebrae to relieve pressure on the spinal cord. This is performed under general anesthesia.Continue reading →
How is Spondylolisthesis Treated with Surgery?Feb 17, 2017Spondylolisthesis is a condition of the back in which one vertebra slides forward or backward onto an adjacent vertebra, often causing significant pain, weakness or numbness in areas ranging from the lower back and buttocks to running down the legs.Continue reading →
What Are My Options For Disc Replacement?Dec 12, 2016If you have been suffering from lower back pain for an extended period of time and non-surgical treatments have not helped enough, you may be wondering about your options for spinal disc replacement surgery.Continue reading →
Top 10 Back Pain CausesOct 03, 2016Almost everyone experiences back pain at some point in their lives. In fact, recent estimates suggest that a third of the population — as many as 100 million Americans — experience chronic back pain. Continue reading →
5 Easy At-Home Back Pain RemediesJun 22, 2015The back is one of the more complex parts of your body. It is composed of the spine, discs, tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Any or all of these parts of the back can become injured or strained, resulting in back pain.Continue reading →
What is Thoracic Spine Surgery?Jun 18, 2015The thoracic area of the spine resides within the upper back and abdomen, between the cervical spine in the neck and the lumbar spine in the lower back. It is comprised of the vertebrae T1-T12. Continue reading →