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In this series of videos, board-certified spine surgeon, Dr. Philip York, answers commonly asked questions that patients have about back pain and spine surgery. How do I know if my back pain is serious? How serious is spine surgery? What are common reasons for back pain? What does recovery from spine surgery look like? Is … read more

Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is the inability to relax and contract the pelvic floor muscles correctly in order to, support the pelvic organs and therefore imperative to proper bowel, bladder, and sexual functions. Common risk factors for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction include childbirth, age, and menopause. The pelvic floor is best illustrated as a hammock that … read more

When you are experiencing pain in a muscle, tendon, ligament or joint, start by seeing a pain management specialist.  Since most musculoskeletal injuries are non-surgical, starting with a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating orthopedic pain makes sense. Pain management doctors treat anything other than a fracture and are also experts in diagnosing nerve … read more

Facet arthritis is common condition that causes neck and back pain we age. The facet joints are small joints on the backside of the spine. We have two at each vertebrae and level of the spine. As we get older, these joints can become arthritic the same way other joints and in the body can.  … read more

If you’ve experienced back or neck pain, you may wonder if it is more than a pulled muscle and may be due to a herniated disc.  The spine has 23 discs – one located between each of the vertebrae that run from the neck to the lower back. These discs provide cushioning and allow for … read more