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 spinal injuries – as well as a few tips for prevention. Shoveling It’s not a recreational sport, but for most people living in a snowy climate (like Minnesota), shoveling is

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 of whether 20 years old is too young to undergo a minimally invasive keyhole spine procedure. Age & Spine Surgery There are many reasons why a patient might require a

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? Scoliosis is a medical term for an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. What are the Causes & Symptoms of Scoliosis? Scoliosis can be caused by several factors. In some

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 and after spine surgery, and talk about the various treatment methods available to patients. What are Muscle Spasms? First of all, let’s talk about what exactly a muscle spasm is.

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 indicative of a more serious underlying condition. In this article, we are going to talk about some of the common conditions and injuries that may result in a “crackling” sound

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 is for slimmer ones. Almost 40% of the US population is obese1. This means that these individuals have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above. We know that

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 Americans will experience a back problem at some point in their lives. Back problems are the number one reason for missed work and the second most common reason for doctor’s

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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 what happens if you back gets hot and you weren’t out in the sun? What could be causing your back to get hot? Why Does My Back Feel Hot? Feeling