Endoscopically Assisted Spinal Decompression

Endoscopically Assisted Spinal Decompression

  INTRODUCTION: This revolutionary procedure is unlike any previous spine surgery (such as laminectomy or fusion). Using a needle guide with and endoscope under local anesthesia, the damaged disc is visualized under magnification and repaired from the inside. Damaged tissue sections and loose fragments are removed. Using Laser and Radiofrequency (RF) to create shrinkage, the ...

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What is a Sacroiliac Joint Block?

If you have back or spine pain you don’t have to suffer. Throughout our website and in several posts here on our blog we talk about pain management options that we offer to our patients. An experienced spine care doctor will work with you to find and treat your spine and back pain problems. If ...

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What Role Does Physical Therapy Play in Back Pain Management?

Doctors can use many different treatment options to help relieve chronic back pain in their patients. Prescription pain medication and surgery are two options available to doctors, but they aren’t the only ones. Physical therapy may also be a viable option in handling back pain, especially when used in conjunction with other more conventional treatments. ...

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5 Tips for Choosing a Spine Care Doctor

Here at the Spine Institute Northwest we help patients with back pain and spinal problems every day. We have seen firsthand the hardships that can be caused by chronic pain and experience joy each time a patient makes progress in their recovery. If you are experiencing chronic back pain or other spinal problems, help is ...

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When Will a Spinal Pump Help?

Back pain can fall anywhere in the range from uncomfortable to downright debilitating. The type of pain management used will vary depending on the level of pain and the reason for the back pain. One pain management option is known as the spinal pain pump or an intrathecal pump implant. What is a Spinal Pump? ...

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What Causes Back Pain?

Pain Management What do runny noses, itchy skin and back pain all have in common? They are all symptoms of a problem, not the root cause. Back pain can be caused by many different underlying problems. Understanding the cause of back pain is essential in determining the best treatment options and pain management solutions. Let’s ...

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Medical Supervised Exercises

MedX computerized testing/strengthening programs provide relief for those in chronic and sub-acute pain, and effective therapy also for those in poor health, susceptible to injury, de-conditioned, or in a state of atrophy following surgery or immobilization. Its function is described in various terms such as rehab, therapy, sports medicine, functional restoration, or medical exercise. MedX ...

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