“That was the Worst X-Ray I have ever seen!”
As a Spine Surgeon and Specialist, I have had the honor of treating many people. It sounds cliche, but I enjoy the personal interaction, and my goal is to educate people to understand their condition. While many are in significant pain during some of the evaluations, it is important for me to communicate the nature of […]
Spine Surgery for Baseball Players
WE are now mid season for Major League Baseball, and some injuries are starting to take its toll on various teams. While shoulder and arm injuries are most common, there is a small but significant number of players with spine related injuries. Historically, we know several players have gone on to surgical management of herniated […]
Five Tips for Guns and Spine Pain
Depending on where you get the statistics, up to 45% of men and 25% of women own guns in the United States. It is a Second Amendment right, and I am not here to debate the merits and nuances of the Amendment. As a spine surgeon however, I do want to discuss a common complaint […]
Cycling and Back pain
Depending on the source, it is estimated that at least 39 million Americans rode a bicycle at least 6 times a year. Demographic trends indicate a greater interest in cycling, particularly in the middle age years. The reason for this popularity is surprisingly simple. It is great exercise, and can be easier on the joints […]
Role of Vitamin D and a Healthy Spine
Association between low levels of Vitamin D and spinal surgery outcomes The role of Vitamin D in maintaining a healthy spine has been underestimated and overlooked by many. In the last few years, the relationship between Vitamin D levels and various components of spine health have been reported on with increasing frequency within the literature. […]
