The best treatment for arthritis of the spine depends on the severity of your condition and symptoms. Non-surgical treatments like physical therapy and medications often provide effective relief, while surgical options are reserved for severe cases that do not respond to conservative care. The best treatment for arthritis of the spine varies based on your [...]
An injection in the spine for a prolapsed disc is a proven treatment option that can provide lasting relief from debilitating back pain. This targeted approach delivers medication directly to the affected area, reducing inflammation and allowing your body to heal naturally. When a disc in your spine bulges or ruptures, it can press against [...]
Selecting the right orthopedic surgeon for spinal fusion is crucial for successful treatment outcomes and recovery. Here are the key points to consider: Board Certification Matters – Verify your surgeon is board-certified in orthopedic surgery with spine specialty training. Experience With Spinal Fusion – Choose a surgeon who performs numerous spinal fusion procedures annually and [...]
Treating nagging spinal stenosis pain, numbness, tingling and weakness can make a significant improvement in your quality of life. In this article, we will discuss how physical therapy for spinal stenosis can help relieve pain, what to expect at therapy and how to find a spinal stenosis physical therapist near you. What is spinal stenosis? [...]
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most critical parts of the knee joint, and a torn ACL can be a common injury. An essential part of the knee, the ACL runs through the middle of the knee and controls the motion of the joint and provides stability. Because damaging the ACL can [...]
Back pain is a common complaint, affecting more than 65 million Americans. Struggling with daily activities because of pain can be frustrating, especially if you don't know if you should wait it out or see a doctor. How do you know when that nagging ache is just a temporary annoyance or when it is a sign [...]
Nearly 19 million orthopedic surgeries are performed each year in the United States, with an extremely high satisfaction rate. The vast majority of patients experience significant improvement in their function and overall quality of life following ortho surgery. While patients can’t reverse some factors affecting successful orthopedic surgery rehabilitation – such age, physical health and [...]
Being physically active is an important way to keep your body healthy, but it is estimated that most adults in the U.S. spend 6.5 to 8 hours a day sitting down. Whether sitting at a desk, driving or on the couch watching TV, prolonged sitting can cause joint pain, especially lower back and hip pain [...]
A minimally invasive surgical technique is offering spinal patients greater flexibility, range of motion and quality of life. Motion preservation spine surgery (MPSS) provides patients with the spinal care they need while protecting their range of motion and decreasing pain and recovery times. In this article, we will explore motion preservation surgery, the conditions it treats, [...]
Cary Ortho utilizes bone marrow stem cells for general orthopedic and spine treatment Orthopedic stem cell treatment is the next frontier in treating orthopedic and spinal disorders. The Cary Orthopaedics team is leading the way. Using stem cells harvested from an adult patient’s own bone marrow, Dr. Sameer Mathur and Dr. Nael Shanti – both board-certified [...]
