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SI Joint Fusion

Your low back and buttock pain has been unrelenting.  Your doctor thinks you injured your sacroiliac joint. What is the Sacroiliac Joint?  What is SI Joint Surgery?  How successful is SI joint surgery?  What are the complications of  SI joint surgery? What is SI joint fusion? How can I successfully treat the SI joint without surgery?  Let's dig in.Read more about SI Joint Fusion

Stiff Neck Remedy

The evolution of stiff neck remedies has been a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of comfort and well-being. Throughout history, individuals have grappled with the discomfort and pain associated with stiff necks, prompting them to explore various treatments and interventions.Read more about Stiff Neck Remedy

Surgery for a Herniated Disc

A disc herniation is a medical condition in which the thick outer fibers of the disc are injured, allowing the gelatinous center to push outward, creating pain, restriction in range of motion, and dysfunction.  When unresponsive to conservative care and injections, surgery is often recommended.Read more about Surgery for a Herniated Disc

Surgery for Bulging Disc

A bulging disc is a medical condition in which one of the intervertebral discs bulges outwardly. It can also be referred to as a protruding disc. It occurs due to damage or weakness in the disc fibers that provide support. The thoracic spine is that portion of the spine that is below the neck but above the low back. Often it is referred to as the mid back.Read more about Surgery for Bulging Disc

Tarsal Tunnel Release

Tarsal tunnel release is a surgical procedure that is used to treat tarsal tunnel syndrome. During the procedure, the surgeon makes an incision in the skin and soft tissue on the inside of the ankle to access the tarsal tunnel. The surgeon then cuts the ligament that forms the roof of the tunnel, which helps relieve pressure on the tibial nerve.Read more about Tarsal Tunnel Release

Tenex Procedure

The Tenex Health TX® System is a minimally-invasive, percutaneous procedure using ultrasonic energy to treat pain-generating soft and hard tissue conditions. This treatment is clinically proven to remove tendon pain for over 85% of patients1,2,3,4,5.Read more about Tenex Procedure

Thoracic Herniated Disc Surgery

Disc herniation is a painful medical condition in which the central portion of the disc is pushed outside of the disc and into the spinal canal.  This occurs due to a weakness or injury to the outer sidewall of the disc.  Pain, muscle spasm, muscle weakness, and numbness can occur.  It can occur in the neck, low back, and thoracic spine.Read more about Thoracic Herniated Disc Surgery

Thoracic Spine Surgery

Thoracic spine surgery is a major surgery aimed at treating injuries in the thoracic spine. Because of the complex anatomy and close proximity to the heart and lungs, there are significant surgical risks and complications. Surgery on the thoracic spine can take hours and may require deflating the lung in order to gain access to the thoracic injury.Read more about Thoracic Spine Surgery