Minimally Invasive Pedicle Screws
By using minimally invasive pedicle screws to add extra strength and support, I was able to decompress this patient's spine to treat their spondylolisthesis, sciatica, and severe back pain while…
This Is A Sign: A Modic Sign
This is a sign. A modic sign! Modic signs are visible on MRIs and signal inflammation, degeneration, or other changes in bone marrow which contribute to lower back pain and…
Anterior Fusion – Spinal Plate (Part 2)
Standalone implants are strong but when next to a fusion, they need to be even stronger. I inserted a spinal plate to add further strength and stability. See the difference?…
Anterior Fusion Surgery
No pain, no gain...unless it's bilateral arm pain as the result of a herniated disc, then it's a problem we need to address. In this scan you can see the…
Multiple Compression Fractures
It's important to factor in age when developing a treatment plan for spine surgery to ensure the best outcome for the patient. For this elderly patient, I didn't want to…
Treating Spondylolisthesis (Part 2/2)
(Part 2/2) 3D spins allow me to get a complete view of the spine to confirm a surgery has been completed as intended. For this patient suffering from spondylolisthesis and…
Treating Spondylolisthesis (Part 1/2)
(Part 1/2) While I may mention spinal conditions like "herniated disc" or "stenosis" more often, "spondylolisthesis" is a common spinal disorder. In this specific instance, my patient had a vertebrae…
Spine Plates and Spinal Fusion
When it comes to spine plates, size and placement are crucial. After a patient with a previous spinal fusion suffered disc herniations and horrific headaches, I examined the previous surgeon's…
Getting The Shot
Getting the shot any way we can! Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? Give William Capicotto MD a call today or fill out the form below to schedule a…
What is Myelopathy?
You've heard me use the term "Myelopathy" while discussing various surgical cases, but what is it? Myelopathy is a spinal cord injury where the spinal cord is compressed, causing nerve…
