Tumors can develop in various places, like the brain or spinal cord. You may need nonsurgical treatment or surgery to diagnose or remove them. Their presence poses a serious threat to your health and well-being and may lead to severe complications. If you or a loved one is facing this condition, understanding the treatment process
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Brief Overview of Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery
Artificial disc replacement surgery is one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the United States to treat excruciating back and neck pain that ceases to improve with noninvasive treatments, like medications, rest, physical therapy, and cortisone shots. If you have back or neck pain and are considering artificial disc replacement surgery or already have
Read MoreEverything You Ever Wanted to Know About Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery is a field of medicine that is focused on making the diagnosis and providing the treatment of the diseases and conditions of the nervous system – both the central nervous system (which comprises of brain and spine or spinal cord) and peripheral nervous system– andthe intracranial cerebrovascular system (the network of blood vessels that
Read MoreThe Average Length of a Back Surgery Process
Back surgery is often the last resort when it comes to treating chronic back pain. Before your doctor recommends it, they will suggest more conservative treatments like physical therapy and medication. Surgery may be the next option if these don’t offer relief, and your exact procedure will depend on your condition. It’s important to know
Read MoreMinimally Invasive Spinal Surgery – New Developments in An Old Procedure
Not long ago, the only way to reach your spine to treat spinal injury was to make a large incision in the back and strip and remove the surrounding muscles, ligaments, and bony tissues. This surgical approach to reaching the spine and treating its issue is named open surgery. A typical open surgery procedure, which
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