Lower back pain is one of the most common types of chronic pain in America. Although many people experience mild back pain at some point or another, lower back pain is a cause for concern when it is severe, accompanied by other symptoms, or chronic. Fortunately, even severe cases of lower back pain are quite treatable, and the majority of patients are able to find long-term relief.
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Posted on February 26, 2015
If you're living with chronic back pain or related symptoms, you don't need to be reminded of how dramatically the issue can impact your quality of life. Health, personal relationships, and work productivity can all suffer when you live with chronic pain, and sometimes relief can seem unattainable. Laser spine surgery is an effective, modern treatment that can change your life for the better if you suffer from chronic back pain.
About Laser Surgery
Posted on February 26, 2015
Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure that involves joining, or fusing, two of the spine's vertebrae with one another. Although spinal fusion is a major procedure, the majority of people who get it see a relief in their symptoms and a dramatic improvement in their quality of life. Below, we'll explore some of the basics of spinal fusion surgery.
About Spinal Fusion
Spinal fusion surgery is a major surgery, usually performed in an inpatient setting under general anesthesia. There are two main types of spinal fusion surgery:
Posted on February 26, 2015
No matter how much you need a certain medical treatment, cost is likely to come into consideration at some point. This is especially true if you're considering a cutting-edge treatment like laser spine surgery. Below, we'll explore what to expect in terms of laser spine surgery cost, and how that affects the choice of treatment.
Cost of Surgery
Posted on February 26, 2015
In this day and age, patients with chronic back pain have more options for treatment than ever before. In general, this is a great thing, because the right treatment for an individual can vary heavily based on the severity of the condition and its cause. Below, we'll explore the advantages of some of the top options for back pain treatment.
Non-Surgical Treatments
Posted on February 26, 2015
Pain is the single most common medical complaint in America, and lower back pain is one of the most common types of pain. Many people experience some type of back pain over the course of their lives, but in most cases it's temporary and due to issues such as muscle strain. Sometimes, however, the condition is chronic and due to a more serious underlying cause. In such cases, you may need to see doctors for lower back pain.
Causes
Lower back pain can be caused by a number of problems with the spine, including:
Posted on February 26, 2015
Sciatica refers to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the leg. It can cause a number of symptoms which make it more difficult to function in day-to-day life, and can be caused by a number of underlying conditions. Fortunately, sciatica is normally quite manageable.
Causes
Sciatica can be caused by conditions that affect either the lower spine, or the muscles through which the sciatic nerve runs. Some potential causes include:
Posted on February 26, 2015
Spinal stenosis can cause pain, muscle weakness, numbness, and other symptoms that make it difficult to go about your day-to-day life. Sometimes, it can seem like relief from symptoms is unreachable. Fortunately, the vast majority of spinal stenosis patients are able to find lasting relief, especially now that there are a number of effective alternative treatments available.
Understanding Spinal Stenosis
Posted on February 26, 2015
As with all surgeries, there is some recovery time after having herniated disc surgery. However, if you have a minimally invasive surgery such as laser spine surgery, that recovery time can be quite short and comfortable. The top 8 things you should expect during your herniated disc surgery recovery include:
Posted on February 26, 2015
Traditional spine surgery is a very invasive procedure, with a correspondingly lengthy recovery time. Fortunately, minimally invasive surgery can often be used to treat herniated discs. Below, we'll explore how minimally invasive surgery can improve your herniated disc surgery recovery time.
Traditional vs. Minimally Invasive Surgery






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