Spine surgeons have to balance surgical care and conservative treatment in their work, and some conditions have tended to be over-operated. Two surgeons discuss the barriers that make some overtreated ...

A 2-year-old girl from Calhoun remains hospitalized after a routine case of the flu developed into a rare neurological ...

Spinal stenosis is usually a chronic condition, but treatments can help manage symptoms and prevent disability. Learn more.

Lumbar decompression surgery aims to release compressed nerves in the lower back. This procedure may ease pain and improve mobility in those with spinal conditions. Conditions such as herniated disks, ...

Endoscopic Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (EMISS) is a groundbreaking advancement in spine care. Utilizing specialized instruments and endoscopic cameras, EMISS substantially reduces tissue ...

In general, complexity is the enemy of efficiency. When there are multiple different ways of doing things, it becomes harder to streamline processes (from an engineering or design point of view). From ...

Our spine care experts at Farmington Health Center use the latest technology and expertise to treat multiple back and spine conditions. This includes conditions that cause neck and/or back pain as ...

reportedly had spinal surgery for chronic back pain caused by spondylolisthesis. Spondylolisthesis occurs when a vertebra slips forward out of place onto the vertebra below, explained Jessica Stark, ...

As a neurosurgeon specializing in spinal conditions and treating a diverse range of athletes—from corporate executives to weekend warriors and high school competitors—I frequently encounter the ...