Inspired Spine

Back pain is a common ailment that affects about 80% of all Americans, men and women alike.1 For some, back pain may be the result of an injury or physical problem. For others, it may be just mild discomfort that comes…

Back Muscles Support a Healthy Spine Back muscles are the workhorses of the spine. They provide much of the support your spine needs to allow you to stand, bend, and lift. So it’s important to keep these muscles strong and…

(Burnsville, MN) Inspired Spine’s Dr. H. Abbasi has released an innovative study presenting clinical, and radiological outcomes including fusion rates for oblique lateral lumbar interbody fusion (OLLIF). The study establishes, based upon a 300 plus patient population, that OLLIF is…

Depending on the suspected source of your back pain, your doctor may recommend a discogram or an MRI. Why choose one or the other? Which one makes the most sense for you? What is a Discogram? A discogram is a…

Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty are surgical procedures used to repair damaged vertebrae. Although they are similar, there are some differences. Is one better than another? How do you decide which is best for you? Kyphoplasty vs. Vertebroplasty The Similarities Kyphoplasty and…

Could a compression fracture be causing the back pain that you are suddenly feeling? Compression fractures become more common as we age. Many are never diagnosed, so it is important to know the signs. What is a Compression Fracture? Compression…

Could the back pain you’re suddenly feeling be a pulled muscle? Or could it be something worse? You’re out for a morning run and stop to tie your shoe. When you bend forward, you feel a sudden sharp pain in…

Finding a spine surgeon is an extremely important decision. And knowing if you’re asking the right questions to make an informed choice is essential. Unfortunately for patients, not all spine surgeons are created equal. The simple fact is that some…

(Burnsville, MN) Physical Therapists and Chiropractors were given the option to attend the conference free of charge and receive CME credits by attending in person at the Burnsville, MN Headquarters or attending through a video conference link. The conference generated…

(Burnsville, MN) Inspired Spine has released an innovative study presenting the use of Porcine Cadavers as an Alternative to Human Cadavers for Teaching Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion: Proof of Concept and Anatomical Comparison. Training surgeons to perform minimally invasive spinal…