Mark W. McFarland, DO As a busy spine surgeon, I routinely perform Lumbar Spine Fusion surgery. In this article, I will discuss this procedure and how it is used to improve function and relieve pain in patients with certain spinal conditions. The lumbar spine is made up of five bone segments, called vertebra, which… Read more »
Category: Spinal Fusion
At-Home Exercises to do While Waiting for your Lumbar Spine Surgery to be Rescheduled
Tom Toothaker, PT, DPT As a Physical Therapist who works for the Orthopaedic & Spine Center, I help many patients build their strength and flexibility after Lumbar Spine Surgery. For those of you waiting for surgery, it’s been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re feeling frustrated and disappointed, it’s understandable. Let’s use that… Read more »
Common Back Injuries
Mark W. McFarland, DO Did you know that back pain is the number one reason for which people seek medical attention? Having a healthy, non-painful back is essential to living and working well. Let’s discuss some common back injuries and how I treat them. Back Strain – One of the most common complaints I hear… Read more »
Do I need an Electrical Stimulator after Spine Fusion?
Jeffrey R. Carlson, MD Patients who are considering spine fusion have lots of questions about their outcomes related to their surgery. Will this procedure work? How will I be limited after my surgery? When can I get back to work? These questions are certainly valid, but all are secondary to the actual success of the… Read more »