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Different Types of Conservative Care Explained
Conservative care for spinal problems is a non-surgical treatment that involves various approaches to address pain symptoms and rehabilitate the spine. At Central Texas Spine Institute located in Austin, Texas, we offer many different types of spine treatments, including surgery and conservative care for the spine. In this blog post, we’ll be taking a closer…
Read More4 Types of Services at Central Texas Spine Institute
At Central Texas Spine Institute, we offer a wide range of surgical solutions to treat back and neck pain. Our team of highly skilled surgeons is experienced in performing surgeries to alleviate pain, improve mobility, and promote overall spinal health. In this blog post, we will discuss four types of surgeries that we offer at…
Read More4 Signs It’s Time to See a Spine Specialist
As we go about our daily lives, we often neglect our spinal health. It’s only when we start experiencing symptoms, such as chronic pain, numbness in the legs or feet, and restrictive movements that we turn our attention to our spine. These symptoms are negative signs that signal that we need to see a spine…
Read MoreWhat Is a Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)?
Spinal Cord Stimulation is a procedure created to relieve the chronic pain that most treatments failed to overcome. It utilizes a tiny device and wires that emit electrical signals to your brain, effectively masking the pain you feel in your lower body. It’s not a complicated procedure, but the thought of installing a device on…
Read MoreSpinal Cord Stimulation – Treatment for Pain Condition
Pain is your body’s way of telling you that you are injured. However, there are instances when you experience chronic pain even without injury. The discomfort you experience may prevent you from performing daily tasks with ease. Luckily, you can manage this condition using Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS). What Does It Cure? Spinal Cord Stimulation…
Read MoreLife After Spine Surgery: Do People Really Return to Work?
Over the years, health care providers have been developing treatments that help relieve neck and back problems. A lot of people opt for surgeries to enjoy its long-term effects. If you are considering spine surgery for your condition, this article will show you a glimpse of how life will be after the procedure. How it…
Read MoreCommon Questions About Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
If you are experiencing chronic pain, surgery might be the most effective way to deal with it. But aside from being expensive, some people are also scared of undergoing major surgeries because of the accompanying risks, such as infection and internal bleeding. It’s also a time-consuming process that will take weeks off your usual schedule.…
Read MoreWhen Do You Need To Visit a Spine Surgeon?
Almost everyone will experience some form of back pain as they grow older. Usually, some pain will arise after strenuous physical activities that take their toll on the muscles. However, some cases cannot be treated using the conservative methods prescribed by primary care doctors, chiropractors, or physical therapists. In cases of severe back pain, it…
Read MoreWhat Is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) is an alternative to the traditional surgical procedures performed to treat disorders of the spine. Utilizing smaller incisions and special tools, minimally invasive spine surgery offers less postoperative pain, quicker recovery, and more outpatient options. Complications and risks such as infections and blood loss are also reduced by this procedure…
Read MoreThe Basics of Spinal Fusion Recovery
Spinal fusion is a surgical process that fuses two or more vertebrae so they heal as one solid bone. By “welding” the vertebrae together, spinal fusion eliminates motion between the bones, which is theorized to be the cause of pain. The procedure also prevents the nerves, surrounding muscles, and ligaments from stretching. Generally, spinal fusion…
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