Did you know that one of the KEY indicators for Back Surgery is zip code? Its true…Where a person lives can make them more or less likely to undergo a significant invasive procedure. Back surgery should not be determined in this manner AND is not something that should...
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My Back Pain Won’t Go Away – Should I Have Surgery?
For those long-suffering with back pain and haven’t found relief, some may consider spine surgery. Often individuals think surgery must be the option because they were told their x-ray or MRI showed some “abnormality.” Did you know, many of those...
Avoid the PAIN of spinal surgery by NEVER having ONE
I feel it is important to write on spine surgery given all the publicity it has received in recent months. Two high profile sports figures have been in the news related to their issues with back surgery. To begin with, a few weeks ago, we were told Tiger Woods would...
Physical Therapy after Spine Surgery…A MUST
I am always amazed at how doctors and patients alike feel physical therapy after spine surgery is optional. Sure, patients always have the choice, but why go through a major surgery not to do EVERYTHINGÂ you can to recover better and faster? Going to therapy 3 days...
