As a spine surgeon, I have witnessed firsthand the impact of back injuries on everyday life. These injuries, ranging from minor strains to more serious fractures, can be debilitating and significantly...
Spine surgery stands at the forefront of medical innovation. As a practicing neurosurgeon and spine surgeon, I’ve witnessed the evolution of this field, moving from traditional open surgeries to...
In our daily life, we often overlook the crucial parts of our bodies until they start causing problems. Although spine health is of utmost importance, many people don’t give much thought to it...
You will find below ten facts about your spinal cord. If you have any questions about your back pain or spinal health, please don’t hesitate to contact my office at 312.695.7746 (312.695.SPINE)...
Your spine is the central part of your body. It comprises 33 bones called vertebrae and protects your spinal cord; it also supports the weight of your body so you can stand up, walk and run. In many...
Simply put degenerative spine disease is aging of the spine. As we get older, our spines get older and become less flexible. Think of when you were a kid, you probably could easily flip over and turn...
Introduction Spinal deformity refers to any 3D alteration of normal spinal geometry/anatomy. There are usually 3 main types of adult spinal deformity: De novo, primary degeneratie scoliosis Untreated...
Anatomy The C1 nerve route is formed by the union of the interior and posterior roots emerging at the first spinal cord segment. The nerve route travels a short distance over the C1 arch before it...
… A high index of suspicion is crucial as an otherwise curable lesion can be rendered incurable if managed inappropriately Charles Fisher Benign primary bone tumors of the spine Osteoid Osteoma...
The field of surgical robotics is rapidly evolving. Multiple robots on the market, promise improved patient outcomes. But, what these robots do is very different from what people think they do. If you...