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Welcome to the blog section! Here you’ll find a wealth of information on spine health, wellness, and lifestyle, as well as insights into the medical practice of doctor William Capicotto. From detailed tips on maintaining a healthy spine, in-depth articles on surgical procedures, and general information on the goings-on within the office, we cover it all.

Adjusting to Life After a Back Injury

Adjusting to Life After a Back Injury

A back injury can change your life in ways you never could’ve imagined, impacting everything from your ability to move freely or your emotional well-being ...
Transforming Lives, One Spine Surgery At A Time

Transforming Lives, One Spine Surgery At A Time

Transforming lives, one spine surgery at a time! Back in May, we closed out our week by tackling three SI joint fusions on patients who've all ...
One machine to rule them all! Spent a Saturday at Catalyst Fitness with a hack squat machine to work my legs.

Wednesday Workout: Hack Squat Machine

One machine to rule them all! Spent a Saturday at Catalyst Fitness with a hack squat machine to work my legs. When using machines like ...
Double the surgeries, double the fun! Today we're tackling a two-level cervical disc replacement and treating severe stenosis.

Twosday – Double the Surgeries, Double the Fun

Happy Twosday – Double the surgeries, double the fun!  Today we're tackling a two-level cervical disc replacement to treat one patient, and treat severe stenosis ...
Spine surgery is a step-by-step process that must be performed properly, accurately, and in order.

Criticality of One Room for Spine Surgery

Spine surgery is a step-by-step process that must be performed properly, accurately, and in order. Two is usually better than one but when you have ...
1000 Mileage Milestone

Hitting the 1000 Mileage Milestone

Vanessa Carlton would walk a thousand miles just to see you and The Proclaimers would walk 500 miles, then walk 500 hundred more, but Mel ...

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The Impact of Summer Heat on Chronic Back Pain

The Impact of Summer Heat on Chronic Back Pain

The summer can bring heat, warmth, and fun. Unfortunately, the heat can often be a double-edged sword for those who suffer from chronic back pain ...
Flip-Flops and Back Pain

Flip-Flops and Back Pain

Flip-flops are an easy shoe to pick when you’re on-the-go in the summer; however, they aren’t always the best shoe to support your feet and ...
Common Summer Stressors That Trigger Back Pain

Common Summer Stressors That Trigger Back Pain

Summer should be a time for relaxation and fun, but can come with its fair share of stress. Here are some common summer stressors that ...
How to Avoid Back Pain While Watching Summer Fireworks

How to Avoid Back Pain While Watching Summer Fireworks

A cool summer night with some fireworks is the perfect way to end the day; however, spending hours seated on the grass can take a ...
Why Kids Need More Spine-Friendly Active Playtime

Why Kids Need More Spine-Friendly Active Playtime

Childhood lays the foundation for lifelong health, and that includes the health of the spine. In today’s age, there’s an increase in sedentary habits like ...
The Truth About Standing Desks and Your Spine

The Truth About Standing Desks and Your Spine

Standing desks have become a hot topic in recent years, especially as more people experience back pain and other discomfort from long hours at their ...