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20 Facts About the Spine

20 Facts About the Spine

by | Mar 24, 2022 | Spine

The spinal column – or backbone – is instrumental to the strength, support, flexibility and range of movement our bodies possess. It’s a complicated structure, with many interconnected and interdependent components. Here are 20 facts about the spine, some of which you...
What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?

What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?

by | Mar 24, 2022 | Spine Surgery

In general, the goal of minimally invasive spine (MIS) surgery is to stabilize the vertebral bones and spinal joints and/or relieve pressure being applied to the spinal nerves — often a result of conditions such as spinal instability, bone spurs, herniated discs,...
What is Neurosurgery?

What is Neurosurgery?

by | Mar 9, 2022 | Spine

Neurosurgery is surgery of the nervous system. Most people think of neurosurgery as brain surgery — but it is much more! It is the medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of patients with injury to, or diseases/disorders of the brain, spinal cord...