Spinal Fusion Pre-Op (Part 1/2)
(Part 1/2) Eliminating back pain isn't always a one way street. Although this patient had a lumbar endoscopy roughly a year ago, they later experienced sciatica, and then lower back…
(Part 1/2) Eliminating back pain isn't always a one way street. Although this patient had a lumbar endoscopy roughly a year ago, they later experienced sciatica, and then lower back…
(Part 2/2) Today I'm tackling a recurrent disc herniation on a patient that also has degenerative collapsing scoliosis. Here's an inside look at the operation to see how I extracted…
Carbo-diem! In addition to fennel ravioli, we're whipping up some fennel fettuccine – try saying that 3 times fast – for the future. Struggling with chronic back or neck pain?…
It's the fennel countdown. Trying something new with our latest batch of ravioli: fennel mania! Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a call today or…
Mail time! The Post Office is looking pretty busy today. Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a call today or fill out the form below…
Good Mornings on a good morning! This exercise is excellent for glutes, hamstrings, and adductor muscles, but you should feel it in your glutes, NOT your lower back. Try to…
(Part 1/2) This patient has degenerative collapsing scoliosis on the right side – See the curve of their spine? – plus a recurrent disc herniation on the left side. Watch…
Remember Reverse Hypers? This exercise helps strengthen hamstrings and glutes, but is also great for spinal decompression! Stretching and strengthening your hamstrings can actually reduce lower back pain. When hamstrings…
I perform a lot of total disc replacements (when possible for eligible patients) because TDR: Maintains your spine's flexibility and mobility post-surgery Provides immense pain relief Preserves your full range…
To treat two herniated discs plus radiculopathy (right arm pain), this patient elected for a two-level disc replacement. A great choice for those who are eligible and want to preserve…