Spine & Orthopedics Blog

A rotator cuff is made up of a group of muscles and tendons that help move and stabilize the shoulder joint, by keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within the socket of the shoulder. Any sort of Read More…

What Is Knee Osteoarthritis And What Causes It? Osteoarthritis or wear-and-tear arthritis is a common situation that occurs when the intra-joint cushioning, called the cartilage, begins to wear away. The result of the condition is the bones of your joints Read More…

Experiencing neck pain is common problem that a lot of people have to deal with. When the nagging pain debilitates your daily activity, it is a grave sign of something amiss. A possible solution for a persistent neck pain is Read More…

Chronic back pain is a common complaint among adults. It can get worse with time and hamper your productivity. If the problem persists for a while, even after undergoing corrective treatments, your doctor may suggest laminectomy surgery to alleviate this Read More…

The ankle is one of the most delicate parts of the foot and also the most susceptible part of the foot for injuries. When there is an inflammation or irritation of the tendons, often caused by stress on the ankle, Read More…

There was a time when arthritis was associated with old age. With poor lifestyle habits and diet, aging can occur at a much faster rate. Arthritis is caused by the degeneration of the joints leading to joint paints and inflamed Read More…

Connection Between Your Brain and Your Back Pain By the time they’re referred to a spine surgeon, many patients have run the gamut of treatments.  Yet, some have no clear spinal structural problem.  Their imaging and neurologic test are normal.  Read More…

Meniscus is a cartilage in the knee joint that provides a cushion from shocks. There are two menisci that exist between the knee and the shin joints. Meniscus tears are common for athletes and the elderly. When they are weakened, Read More…

Alternative Solutions for Osteopathy Patients Osteopathic therapy is an option for patients who are hesitant to try medications or injections. Medications may only mask symptoms or treat the pain but not the underlying causes of back pain related to spine Read More…

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a surgery that removes damaged or degenerative discs from the spine. It is performed to provide relief from neck or back pain that can result due to damaged spinal discs. The ACDF Surgery Read More…