The Top 4 Causes of Back Pain and How They are Treated
If you suffer from back pain, you’re not alone. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), back pain is one of the most common medical conditions in the United States. Fortunately, a number of non-surgical treatment options are available. According to Dr. Todd F. VanderHeiden, a board-certified orthopedic spinal surgeon at Panorama Orthopedics, surgery … read more
SI-Joint Pain: The Hidden Cause of Low Back Pain
Up to 85% of Americans suffer from low back pain at some point in their life. While there are many causes of lower back pain, a commonly overlooked cause is SI Joint Dysfunction, also known as sacroiliac joint pain, and sacral pain. It is estimated that 15-30% of low back pain is caused by SI … read more
Clearing Up Myths About Laser Spine Surgery
Millions of people have back pain. In fact, The National Pain Foundation, reports low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. To feel better, many people look to laser spine surgery, a technique some say can provide immediate relief – even when other options have failed. The advertisements are so convincing that it’s … read more
Minimally Invasive Back Surgery Offers Many Benefits
Back pain can be debilitating. It can cost you many hours, even days worth of happiness. But a new minimally invasive spine surgery is becoming increasingly popular among our patients because of its many benefits. Minimally invasive surgery uses microscopic instruments and new, specialized techniques. These allow for much smaller incisions than traditional or “open” … read more