There are 23 intervertebral discs within the spine and over time, due to unbalanced pressures, herniation can occur. These…
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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…
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…
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…
Endoscopic Spine Surgery Versus Open Back Surgery
A spinal cord injury occurs from either damage to any part of the spinal cord or the spinal…