Dr. Crandall was interviewed by Becker’s Spine Review in the recent article - "7 areas of exciting spine technology development and acquisition in value-based care." He discusses his thoughts on seven key areas of spinal innovation development and where he sees the best opportunities for future technology advancement in the value-based care environment. Read Full Article
WHY RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION IS GREAT FOR NECK PAIN
Individuals struggling with pain, especially chronic pain, often feel there is no solution. However, new technologies and tools are becoming more available to help with even the most debilitating conditions. By visiting pain management specialists in AZ, you can gain insight into treatments that may help you. Local practices offer spinal surgery treatment with options such as radiofrequency ablation. WHAT IS RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION? This type of …
Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work. Lower back pain, specifically, affects 31 million Americans. Many who suffer from back pain need to seek methods from a trained specialist. Some can manage this pain with exercise. Here’s how. UPPER BACK PAIN These exercises work best for upper back and pain right behind your shoulders. REAR DELTOID PULLS This exercise involves a cable tower and rope handle. Making sure the rope handle …
Many entering the world of pain management feel overwhelmed by their options. After all, no two methods are alike. Here are the factors you need to keep in mind when choosing your physical therapy plan. REFERRALS AND EXPERIENCE Even if you aren’t required to receive a referral from your primary care doctor, ask your doctor to recommend a physical therapist or facility for your specific issue. Don’t be afraid to ask family and friends for recommen…
One in two Americans have a musculoskeletal condition. These conditions vary from arthritis, back and neck pain, and osteoporosis. If you’re suffering from musculoskeletal pain, you can find pain relief beyond pain killers and operations. Here’s what you need to know. WHAT IS MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN? Musculoskeletal pain affects the muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones. CAUSES Musculoskeletal pain can be caused from: Wear and tear of daily activit…
Don't Panic Discovering your child’s been diagnosed with scoliosis can be terrifying. A million thoughts run through a parents’ head. It’s important to take a breath and find some answers. Does My Child Need Surgery? Your child may likely not need surgery if their spinal curve is less than 26 degrees or if they are almost fully grown. Instead, it’s recommended that the curve is simply monitored to ensure it does not worsen. This may involve check…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Research shows bone loss is much more common in women than men. This can be a frustrating fact to read for women because one of the causes is low calcium intake. Why are women taking in less calcium? It could be because women are twice as likely to suffer from IBS. IBS stands for irritable bowel syndrome. It’s an intestinal disorder that causes stomach pain, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. One of the treatments is someth…
Surgical Options Young discs are made almost entirely of water. As we age, they become less pliable and more prone to damage. The vast majority of herniated disc patients are given conservative treatments because most improve within six months without the help of surgery. That said, it’s important to move onto aggressive care if other therapies don’t work. X-rays, EMGs, and CT scans will determine the source of your symptoms and thus their best c…
Diagnostics Those with degenerative disc disease enjoy a 33% reduction in pain score and a 25% decrease in disability when compared to non-surgical patients. Operative care even reduces treatment costs. Spinal fusion has been the traditional go-to approach for many years, but treating such a broad range of conditions in the same way is like trying to shoot a fly with a cannon. Thorough diagnostics will determine the best surgical option for you. …
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