Only ten years ago if you had spine surgery, you could expect a long recovery, in some cases, as much as a year. Now, thanks to minimally invasive surgery (MIS), what used to result in a week long hospital stay has been reduced to a few days or less. Recovery time has decreased from a few months to a few days and while there used to be long incisions, now it consists of a few small scars. Minimally invasive can mean faster recovery, shorter hospi…
What to Expect While Recovering from Spine Surgery
Facing spinal surgery? Here are five facts you may not have known about recovery, so you can plan yours properly. SLEEP WILL BE DIFFICULT Because you need to allow your spine to heal properly for the weeks following your spinal surgery, consider investing in the kind of accessories you will need to sleep comfortably without disturbing your spinal alignment. This may involve additional pillows, inserts for your bed, or other items that help you re…
There are three main problems that can occur within your spine: cervical spine issues, thoracic spine issues, and lumbar spine issues. Here are the differences between these problems and how you can diagnose them. Common Problems of the Cervical Spine WHAT IS IT? The cervical spine is in your neck region and houses the spinal cord that sends messages from the brain to control all aspects of the body. It consists of seven bones which are separated…
A scoliosis diagnosis doesn’t mean kissing sports goodbye. In fact, it’s recommended that individuals with scoliosis stay active. Here’s how. Why It's Important to Stay Active with a Scoliosis Diagnosis Sports and specific exercise have proven to stop scoliosis progression and reduce curvature by retraining the brain to correct the spine’s posture. Sports… Strengthen core muscles that support the spine Keep the body nimble Prevent stiffness Suppo…
How To Prevent Back Pain From Sitting at a Desk Too Long
Back pain is the most common work-related disability, and experts reveal that office computers have much to do with this. Here’s how your computer usage correlated to back problems and what you can do to prevent it. CAUSES OF BACK PAIN Computer-related back pain is normally caused by three problems: uncomfortable chairs, poor posture, and inactivity. UNCOMFORTABLE CHAIRS Office chairs that don’t support your body properly and have poor body align…
How long is the recovery period after spine surgery? Back surgery recovery time depends on the procedures that were done. If the surgery was extensive, it may take longer to spring back from it. Keeping in mind that everyone heals at a different pace, recovery can take from three weeks to three months to return to normal function. When do I need to follow up with my surgeon? A follow-up appointment after spinal surgery should be scheduled at four…
See if this sounds familiar: Through no fault of your own, you somehow “tweaked” your back while on the job. It’s difficult to move around, let alone come back to work. NOW WHAT? No matter how many years you’ve been on the job, or how careful you are, sometimes injuries are unavoidable and inevitable. That’s why workmen’s compensation laws are in place to protect employees against loss of income should they become injured on the job. AZ workmen’s…
Dr. Crandall was interviewed by Becker’s Spine Review in the recent article - "7 areas of exciting spine technology development and acquisition in value-based care." He discusses his thoughts on seven key areas of spinal innovation development and where he sees the best opportunities for future technology advancement in the value-based care environment. Read Full Article
WHY RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION IS GREAT FOR NECK PAIN
Individuals struggling with pain, especially chronic pain, often feel there is no solution. However, new technologies and tools are becoming more available to help with even the most debilitating conditions. By visiting pain management specialists in AZ, you can gain insight into treatments that may help you. Local practices offer spinal surgery treatment with options such as radiofrequency ablation. WHAT IS RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION? This type of …
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