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May

Bone-Anchored Annular Closure Device and Tubular Minimally Invasive Discectomy

Published: May 8, 2019

Microdiscectomy is a routine and effective treatment for lumbar intervertebral disc herniation, however, despite refinements of surgical approach and technique, there continues to be a persistent incidence of reoperation of 15-25%, depending upon the study. Even optimal surgical treatment of disc herniation continues to be associated with a persistent risk for recurrent disc herniation and/or … Continue reading Bone-Anchored Annular Closure Device and Tubular Minimally Invasive Discectomy →

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May

Prevent Risk for Re-Herniation Following Lumbar Discectomy

Published: May 8, 2019

The risk for re-herniation following a lumbar discectomy has always been high, due to the removal of up to 15 percent of a herniated disc, resulting in a large annular defect. The annulus is the tough fibrous and circular exterior of a disc. When there is a hole or defect resulting from a discectomy or … Continue reading Prevent Risk for Re-Herniation Following Lumbar Discectomy →

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Mar

Laser Spine Institute Locations Shut down – How do I Still Undergo my Scheduled Surgery?

Published: March 8, 2019

Last Friday, March 1st, the Laser Spine Institute abruptly announced its closure, immediately shutting down locations and ceasing all operations at their Cincinnati, St. Louis, Scottsdale, and Tampa Bay locations. This has left both employees and patients in the dark as to their next steps. Many patients already had surgeries scheduled which won’t be performed, … Continue reading Laser Spine Institute Locations Shut down – How do I Still Undergo my Scheduled Surgery? →

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Mar

Laser Spine Institute Shuts Down Locations in St. Louis, Tampa, Cincinnati, and Scottsdale

Published: March 8, 2019

If you haven’t heard the news yet, Laser Spine Institute, a national chain of laser spine surgery centers based in Tampa, FL has ceased all operations abruptly, leaving many patients and employees in the lurch. The 14-year-old company specializing in non-invasive laser spine procedures has shut down locations in St. Louis, Cincinnati and Scottsdale as … Continue reading Laser Spine Institute Shuts Down Locations in St. Louis, Tampa, Cincinnati, and Scottsdale →

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Aug

Spinal Fusion — Spine Surgery New York Contusion

Published: August 30, 2018

When Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley suffered a serious spinal contusion, many wondered whether his football career was over. Finley, who compared the injury to a bad car accident that shocked his spine, was admitted into a hospital, where he remained for several days. After seeking advice from several specialists, he opted for spinal … Continue reading Spinal Fusion — Spine Surgery New York Contusion →

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Aug

When can I drive after Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)?

Published: August 30, 2018

It may surprise you to hear that many of our patients report that they feel more confident driving after their ACDF than they did before the operation. This finding is consistent with the results of a recent study completed by Kelly et al. at the Washington University School of Medicine in 2013. In their research … Continue reading When can I drive after Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)? →

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Aug

Will My Spinal Surgery Hardware Set Off the Metal Detector?

Published: August 30, 2018

Will My Spinal Hardware Set Off the Metal Detector in the Airport? Since 9/11 the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has worked dutifully to increase airport security. This increase in security has led many patients to wonder if the instrumentation used in their spinal surgery could set off airport metal detectors and require them to undergo … Continue reading Will My Spinal Surgery Hardware Set Off the Metal Detector? →