Neurosurgery is a medical branch focused on treating diseases and disorders of the nervous system, particularly the brain and spinal cord. It is a continuously evolving medical field that has given and is giving birth to new technologies, new surgical approaches, and new techniques. According to the American Association of Neurosurgical Surgeons IT Committee, the
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How Can a Spine Surgeon Help with Neck Pain?
Neck pain is one of the most common spine conditions to see a spine surgeon. It is a pain in or around the cervical spine (spine beneath your head). Neck pain can range from minor pain, which is easy to ignore, to excruciating pain interfering with daily activities, such as the ability to dress, sleep
Read More4 Things to Know About Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
You may have heard a lot about minimally invasive surgical techniques. However, did you know minimally invasive techniques were adopted gradually in spine surgery compared to other surgical disciplines? This is because of the difficulty in visualising and accessing critical spine structures through a small hole. However, in today’s world, minimally invasive techniques are widely
Read MoreHow to Care for Your Artificial Disc
Disc replacement is a relatively common and safe procedure to relieve the pain caused by a damaged disc. It is the surgical process that involves the removal of your natural damaged disc and placement of an artificial disc that functions like the natural disc. Taking care of your artificial disc is a key to getting
Read More7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Neurosurgeon
Spine or brain-related problems can significantly impact the overall functioning of your body as well as your quality of life. A neurosurgeon is a doctor who can provide you with diagnosis and treatment for your brain and spine problems. Choosing the right neurosurgeon can be hard and worrisome, especially when you haven’t had one before.
Read MoreChoosing the Best Artificial Disc
Artificial disc replacement is one of the most promising surgical options to relieve neck and back pain due to disc disease. An artificial disc is a device that functions like your natural disc but is made of metal, ceramics, or other material. If you’re contemplating artificial disc replacement surgery, collecting information about artificial discs and
Read MoreHow to Deal with Back Pain if You Suffer from It
Do you have back pain? You aren’t alone. Around 80% to 90% of Americans deal with back pain at some point in their life. Any part of your back can ache, whether it’s your upper, middle, or lower back. Pain in the back can be acute (sudden and brief) or chronic (persistent, lasting more than
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Tumor Surgery Facility
If you’ve received a spine or brain tumor diagnosis, you want to receive the best medical care and treatment for the tumor before it spreads. However, choosing a tumor surgery facility can be one of your most important decisions. So, you want to choose a tumor surgery facility with reliable and trustworthy staff and the
Read MoreThe Best Spine Surgeon in Your Area
Your spine is a crucial part of your body. So, if you’ve got an injury or condition of the spine, you should seek treatment immediately from the best spine surgeon in your area. Having the best spine surgeon for your spine problem is essential to achieve pain relief and minimize the risk of potential complications.
Read MoreWhat to Expect During a Neurosurgical Procedure
If you have a problem or injury of your nervous system (comprises of the central nervous system – brain, spinal cord, spinal column – and peripheral nervous system) which is not responding to nonsurgical neurological care, the odds are very high that your neurosurgeon will recommend a neurosurgical procedure. Since neurosurgical procedures are very delicate
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