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Whether your back pain stems from osteoporosis, inflammation of one or more spinal discs, or other musculoskeletal related problems, it’s important that you begin treating your condition before symptoms escalate.
To demonstrate the importance of spinal health, we’ve provided a list of ways in which severe back pain can negatively impact your life. Should you find that any of the below apply to you, it’s important that you seek the assistance of a orthopedic or spinal surgeon as soon as possible.
Professional Life
If you are currently suffering from back or spinal discomfort, then you’ll notice that sitting for long periods is becoming increasingly difficult. Unfortunately, most jobs require a significant portion of time spent sitting at a desk or in front of a computer. Unfortunately, professionals who wait to seek treatment for their back pain or fail to stretch appropriately during periods of stasis may require invasive spinal surgery later in life. The necessary recovery and time away from work will only do more damage to the careers of these patients.
Social Life
For those that enjoy sports, recreational activities with family members and friends, or travel, back pain can be a major obstacle. Extensive travel especially limited for those who suffer from spinal pain, as discomfort from sitting in cramped quarters, such as a plane cabin or bus seat, can be compounded by the fact that access to a spinal surgeon or chiropractor is limited when away from home.
General Health and Psychological Wellbeing
Spinal conditions and severe back pain can affect the overall health of a patient. For one, back pain can be an impediment to exercise, which makes weight gain and muscle deterioration more likely. Back pain can also inhibit sleep, which prevents our bodies and minds from functioning at optimum levels. Finally, severe back or spinal pain and the associated limits on our everyday activities can lead to depression and a feeling of helplessness. Should individuals wait to seek the assistance of a spinal specialist, their anxiety will only increase as their symptoms worsen.
For more information about how you can eliminate your back and neck pain, contact the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D. At the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D., we offer the very best in minimally invasive laser spine surgery for patients in New Jersey and New York City. Our team works hard to provide the latest in technologically-advanced prevention plans and treatment methods. Visit us online or call us at (973) 538-4444 to learn more about our services or to make an appointment.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician.
Last updated 1 year ago
If you think you may be experiencing the symptoms of degenerative spondylolisthesis with spinal stenosis, then you may want to read up on the types of treatments available to you.
In this video, you’ll hear more about the condition and how the most commonly prescribed treatment (a decompression fusion) works to correct it. If you appreciate visual explanations, then you won’t be disappointed as the narrator explains the intricacies of the procedure using a skeletal model.
For more information about how you can eliminate your back and neck pain, contact the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D. At the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D., we offer the very best in minimally invasive laser spine surgery for patients in New Jersey and New York City. Our team works hard to provide the latest in technologically-advanced prevention plans and treatment methods. Visit us online or call us at (973) 538-4444 to learn more about our services or to make an appointment.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician.
Last updated 1 year ago
If you’ve enjoyed our recent blog posts, you’ll likely find the following resources on back pain, back health, and spinal surgery particularly interesting:
- If you’d like to know more about the most common causes of back pain, then take a look at this slide show, courtesy of the Mayo Clinic website.
- For more details on how chronic back pain affects sleeping patterns and, consequently, a person’s general health, see this WebMD.com post.
- Do you want to know more about which exercises can benefit your back the most? Check out this video series on SpineUniverse.com.
- Get more information on the benefits of solid arch support when it comes to improving back pain and misalignment via this eHow.com post.
- Are you looking for more information on high-risk occupations and who is most likely to suffer from chronic back pain? If so, then read through this New York Times article.
For more information about how you can eliminate your back and neck pain, contact the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D. At the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D., we offer the very best in minimally invasive laser spine surgery for patients in New Jersey and New York City. Our team works hard to provide the latest in technologically-advanced prevention plans and treatment methods. Visit us online or call us at (973) 538-4444 to learn more about our services or to make an appointment.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician.
Last updated 1 year ago
If you or a loved one is suffering from severe back pain as a result of a spinal condition, but have yet to seek out treatment because you are nervous about surgical procedures, then you’ll likely benefit from this overview of minimally invasive spine surgery. Read through the follow for more details and consider discussing your minimally-invasive surgical options with a licensed spinal surgeon.
What Is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?
Several types of minimally invasive spine surgery are in use today, including laser spine surgery, spinal fusion, endoscopic discectomy, and more. Most of these treatment options necessitate the implementation of a scope to target and treat an affected area. Rather than making a large incision (as required by other spinal surgeries), a surgeon will create a small incision through which the scope will be passed. A camera fixed to the end of the scope will allow the surgeon to see the area of the body that needs treatment, allowing her or she to precisely guide specially-designed, ultra-thin surgical tools through other small incisions. Once the procedure has been completed, these incisions are quickly sutured, covered by surgical tape, and will heal rapidly.
Inherent Advantages Of Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures:
Minimally invasive spinal procedures are beneficial to both patients and doctors, primarily due to:
- Lower Risk of Complications—The small incision greatly reduces the harmful loss of blood typically experienced in larger, more invasive procedures. Furthermore, endoscopic procedures typically facilitate precision, making the occurrence of complications even less likely.
- Lower Risk of Unsightly Scarring—Smaller incisions also reduce the chance of extensive scarring, which is an unexpected and significant aesthetic perk for many patients.
- Shorter Hospitalization and Recovery Time—Minimally invasive surgery offers the advantage of a shorter stay in a hospital and the benefit of a quicker and less painful recovery.
- Lower Cost—Minimally invasive surgeries generally cost less than an invasive, extensive procedure, both as a result of a shorter hospital stay and less aftercare maintenance.
For more information about how you can eliminate your back and neck pain, contact the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D. At the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D., we offer the very best in minimally invasive laser spine surgery for patients in New Jersey and New York City. Our team works hard to provide the latest in technologically-advanced prevention plans and treatment methods. Visit us online or call us at (973) 538-4444 to learn more about our services or to make an appointment.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician.
Last updated 1 year ago
Back pain is an incredibly common ailment. In fact, about 80% of adults will experience some form of spinal or back discomfort in their lives. The first step to avoiding or alleviating back pain is to educate yourself on the causes and the various preventative treatments available to you. Use the below information to begin your research, and remember that it’s always best to visit a spinal specialist if you suspect you have a spinal condition.
Common Causes of Back Pain
Back pain can stem from a vast array of musculoskeletal problems. Some of the most common include:
- Mechanical/Structural Issues—Disk degeneration, ruptured discs, muscle tension, and muscle spasms all fall into this category.
- Injuries to the Spinal Chord and Vertebrae—Sprains, fractures, and contusions can affect the spinal chord and cause significant discomfort.
- Health Conditions—The most common conditions that affect the spine include scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, arthritis, and osteoporosis.
- Infections/Diseases—Though it happens rarely, cancerous tumors can cause back pain, as can infections of the spine.
The Effects of Back Pain
If not treated quickly and effectively, then back pain and the associated symptoms can severely impact the quality of life of those who suffer. An inability to move typically compounds the problem, as weight gain becomes more likely and sleep becomes troublesome. Patients’ professional and social lives are inevitably affected, and as pain worsens, depression can become unavoidable.
Available Treatments
For those who are willing to seek out help, there are many treatments available. Depending on the extent and cause of the back pain and spinal problems, specialists may only prescribe conservative treatments, such as stretches, exercises, and physical therapy. For more serious cases, laser surgery or more invasive measures may be required. Either way, recent technological and methodological advances have made treating back pain far easier than in the past. Patients who are suffering should pursue the assistance of a spinal expert as soon as possible and regain their mobility.
For more information about how you can eliminate your back and neck pain, contact the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D. At the Spine Institute of Marc A. Cohen, M.D., we offer the very best in minimally invasive laser spine surgery for patients in New Jersey and New York City. Our team works hard to provide the latest in technologically-advanced prevention plans and treatment methods. Visit us online or call us at (973) 538-4444 to learn more about our services or to make an appointment.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician.
