Spinal Cord Stimulation

What to Expect After Spinal Stenosis Surgery

March 18, 2022

If you have advanced-stage or severe spinal stenosis and contemplating surgery, you will want to know how to prepare for not only the procedure but also for what comes after it. After all, what you do during your recovery can greatly affect the overall outcome of your treatment. The information provided below is aimed at

Facet Joint Injections

June 28, 2019

A facet joint is an interlocking joint in the back of the spine that is formed between each set of two adjacent vertebrae. The purpose of a facet joint is to permit a person to be able to bend and twist and maintain flexibility in the spine and torso. When the facet joints are healthy,

Walking Again After a Spinal Cord Injury

January 25, 2019

Spinal cord injuries can have disastrous effects on a person’s life because they can impact the body’s most basic functions. Depending on the severity of a spinal cord injury, patients may find themselves unable to walk. In situations like these, patients work with a variety of medical professionals to regain the ability to walk, so

When Should You See a Doctor for Your Back Pain?

August 17, 2018

Occasional back pain caused by too much exertion is nothing to worry about. If it’s relatively mild, it will heal with a bit of rest, medication, ointment, or massage. But when back pain persists or is so intense that it makes it difficult for you to carry out your normal activities, then it’s time to

5 Ways You May Be Triggering Your Sciatica

June 22, 2018

If you’ve ever experienced sciatica, you know it’s different from other back pain. Instead of a throbbing or piercing discomfort in one area, it’s more like a sharp shooting pain sometimes accompanied by tingling, numbness, or weakness that starts in the lower back and radiates through the buttocks and down the back of your leg. That’s