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Recovering after spine surgery is a process in itself, and that process can be complicated by the development of an infection. Even if your surgeon takes steps to mitigate the risk of an infection, there’s always a chance an infection…
Although the winters can be cold and brutal, Minnesotans still find ways to get outside during the winter months. As with any recreational activity, there is a potential for injury. Here are three winter activities that can potentially lead to…
For most 20-year-olds, surgery isn’t even on the radar. But that doesn’t mean that 20 is too young for surgery. In this article, we are going to discuss spine surgery and patient age. In particular, we will answer the question…
Scoliosis affects many patients young and old. Its symptoms can range from mildly annoying to excruciatingly painful. In this article, we are going to focus on scoliosis – and answer some frequently asked questions about the condition. What is Scoliosis?…
Most people have experienced a muscle spasm to some extent in the past. There are many potential reasons why you may be experiencing spasms. In this article, we are going to look at the possible causes of muscle spasms before…
A lot of people routinely “crack” their neck by slowly twisting their head from side to side. For most, this is a harmless action that provides some temporary stiffness relief. But other times, “crackling” sounds in the neck can be…
If you’re overweight and have been scared off by the increased risk of surgical complications that heavy patients face, a recent research study shows that oblique lateral lumbar interbody fusion (OLLIF) is just as safe for obese patients as it…
At the very least, back pain is annoying. At its worst, it can be debilitating. Is there anything you can do to ease the pain? Turns out there is. Back pain is a common complaint. At least 80 percent of…
Written by MN Physician – Neurosurgery- Oblique Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A new minimally invasive procedure By Hamid R. Abbasi,MD,PhD READ FULL ARTICLE About Inspired Spine Minnesota-based Inspired Spine is a total spine care provider dedicated to improving back pain…
If you’ve ever spent a little too much time out in the sun without lubing up, you know what it feels like to have a back area that’s hot to the touch. You probably learned your lesson about sunscreen, but…
