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TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR SCIATICA

Sciatica is a pain in the bum! And sometimes the back, foot, toes and calf. Sciatica is a symptom, not a diagnosis. It can be awful – the severity of the symptoms differs from patient to patient and depends on the root cause. Finding effective treatment could significantly improve your quality of life. What 'sciatica' means is a pain along the sciatic nerve. Essentially it is neurological – so the range of sensation can go from tingling, aching, …
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DR. MOSALLAIE INTERVIEWED IN PHOENIX MAGAZINE

FARHAD MOSALLAIE, DO WAS INTERVIEWED FOR A SPECIAL PAIN MANAGEMENT PIECE IN THE SEPTEMBER ISSUE OF PHOENIX MAGAZINE. For many, chronic and acute pain threatens well-being and interferes with daily living. recent advances in pain management have given millions of people hope for the future. From physical therapy to spinal surgery, valley medical practitioners offer diverse ways to tackle pain. Pain defes defnition, yet it affects the lives of an e…
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CONGRATULATIONS LYLE YOUNG, MD

Congratulations Lyle Young, MD for successfully passing the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery exam this past July! Click here (https://www.abos.org/certification/what-is-board-certification.aspx) to find out what it means to be board certified.
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2015 Physician's Recognition for Rising Leaders

Michael S. Chang, MD was recently awarded the Scottsdale Lincoln Health Network (SLHN) 2015 Physician Recognition Award for Rising Leader. Nominated by his peers, the award honors physicians within the first eight years of professional practice after residency and/or fellowship training for outstanding achievement in the areas of leadership, mentoring, excellence in patient care and customer service within the SLHN. Read his nomination here. Join…
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FUN RESEARCH AT SONORAN SPINE

Dennis Crandall, MD tests the strength of the LEVA Interbody Device made by Spine Wave by running over it with his truck. Did it pass the test?
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REVOLUTIONARY BREAKTHROUGH IN TREATING NECK AND BACK PAIN

With a catchy title like that, most people would read this article with great anticipation. People with back and neck pain are often desperate to find relief and search high and low for minimally invasive treatments to assist them in regaining their pain-free level of function. It is precisely because of the vulnerability of back pain patients that centers who aggressively advertise the latest "LASER" or “MINIMALLY INVASIVE” treatments are so tro…
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DR. BRAUN INTERVIEWED FOR PHOENIX MAGAZINE PM&R ARTICLE

Joel Braun, MD was recently interviewed for a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation article in Phoenix Magazine’s June issue. Read about Dr. Braun and his passion to help patients restore function. Read the article: Download Phoenix Magazine’s June Issue
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DR. CRANDALL JUDGED IN THE 19TH ANNUAL ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE DAY

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Dr. Crandall had the opportunity to represent Sonoran Spine as a judge for the 19th Annual Academic Excellence Day held at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Campus. The panel evaluated residents on their research and case report presentation.
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2015 PHYSICIAN RECOGNITION AWARD FOR RISING LEADER

Michael S. Chang, MD was recently awarded the Scottsdale Lincoln Health Network (SLHN) 2015 Physician Recognition Award for Rising Leader. Nominated by his peers, the award honors physicians within the first eight years of professional practice after residency and/or fellowship training for outstanding achievement in the areas of leadership, mentoring, excellence in patient care and customer service within the SLHN. Read his nomination here. Join…
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CELEBRATION OF ANNE'S SUCCESSFUL SURGERY

To thank Dr. Chang for a successful surgery and the others involved in her care, Anne and her husband hosted a Croatian BBQ in celebration of her recovery. Eight weeks post-surgery, Anne already feels like she has her life back. Thank you for allowing Sonoran Spine to take part in this amazing celebration!
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