Facet joint syndrome (a.k.a. osteoarthritis) is a pain at the joint between two vertebrae in the spine. When…
Endoscopic Surgery for Spinal Stenosis: 3 Steps to Relief
The spine is designed to have enough space for the nerves in the spinal canal. But as aging…
Endoscopic, Minimally Invasive Treatment for Your Herniated Disc
There are 23 intervertebral discs within the spine and over time, due to unbalanced pressures, herniation can occur.…
Do I Suffer from Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS)?
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (a.k.a. FBSS) is a generalized term assigned to those who have had back or…
What Is Endoscopic Spine Surgery?
Endoscopic techniques have been used for diagnostic purposes since the late 1970s. Not until the 1990s did endoscopic…
What Daily Habits are Hurting Your Back [Infographic]
Chronic back pain is common, but many people are doing themselves no favors by repeating poor daily habits…
How to Use a Tennis Ball to Relieve Back Pain
Back pain is a common ailment that will affect 8 out of 10 adults at some point in…
Cervical Disc Replacement & Your Surgical Options
From an engineering perspective, the cervical disc is an amazing mechanical structure. It can absorb a large compressive…
Dr. Hanson Named To Distinguished List of Spine Surgeons
Dr. Dan Hanson, MD of the Minnesota Spine Institute has been named by Becker’s Spine Review as one of…
Case Study: The Working Mom – Surgery or Not?
Cherie Smith went to college and pursued a degree that would enable her to begin a career as…