Medical With Dr. Capicotto
Dive into the world of spinal health where we focus solely on the medical aspect of Dr. Capicotto’s practice. Here we discuss various surgical procedures, the instruments used, and case studies from patients who have found success and relief with Dr. Capicotto’s expertise. Understand the intricacies of spine health and the transformative power of advanced surgical techniques – including minimally invasive spine surgery! We believe knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your health.
Successful Spinal Fusion 9 Years Later
This patient's L3-S1 fusion successfully lasted 9 YEARS before he needed another surgery at L2-3 L3-4. The problem here is prior to the original fusion ...
Total Disc Replacement: Why Put A Drain?
See that black line to the right of the cervical discs? That's a ligament which has lifted off and is now pushing on the edge ...
Minimally Invasive Laminectomy with Combined Fusion
This patient has two levels of pathology with a collapsed disc at L4-5, arthritic joints, and an eroded endplate. What does that mean? It means ...
15 Years Post-Total Disc Replacement
15 years post-TDR From a hybrid off-label anterior fusion + total disc replacement in 2010 to thriving in 2025, check out this surgical success story! ...
Correcting Spinal Deformity/Flatback
This patient has had multiple lumbar fusions from L2 to the sacrum. The surgeon(s) who performed these procedures did not pay attention to lordosis, and ...
Endoscopic Transforaminal – Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
This patient has been doing great for 15 years following an L5-S1 discectomy. Now they have a recurrent disc herniation, so I performed an endoscopic ...
Good Lordosis + Minimally Invasive Surgery
Although this patient has a 47º lordosis (natural inward curvature) and no problem with flatback (lack of curvature), they still blew out the L2-3 disc ...
Osteopenia and ACDF Surgery
Break out that spine surgery dictionary because I have a new one for you: Osteopenia. Osteopenia refers to a loss of bone density, making the ...
Lumbar Fusion over Total Disc Replacement
This case is a great example of how insurance can work against you sometimes by delaying necessary procedures. It took 2.5 YEARS to get this ...
Two-Level Disc Replacement + Third Level Fusion
Because we're treating three consecutive levels of the cervical spine, I'm performing a hybrid spine surgery: a 2-level disc replacement + fusion. This'll help preserve ...
Spine Surgery Clips and Lumbar Disc Replacement
What you don't see in this video? Clips all over the place which can signal bleeding troubles. That means the vascular access is pure. Now, ...
Story From My Time As A Family Practice Extern
Storytime! As a 2nd year med student in 1978, I got a job as a family practice extern to get some hands-on learning experience. One ...
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Tech Neck is Real: How Your Phone Affects Your Spine
Everyone is always walking around looking down at their phones. While it may seem harmless, this common posture, referred to as tech neck, can actually ...
Standing Desks: Do They Really Help Your Back?
Standing desks have become a trending solution for better posture and fewer back problems. The one question everyone wonders is if this trend actually helps ...
The Role of Fear in Persistent Back Pain
When back pain doesn’t go away after a period of time, many people jump to the conclusion that something is wrong with their body. Believe ...
Give Your Back Some Love For Valentine’s Day
February is a month of love with Valentine’s Day, the weather slowly getting warmer, and spending time with your family. Why not also give some ...
How to Build a “Back-Resilient” Body
Many people try to do everything they can to have a pain-free back. However, people should aim to have a resilient back that can’t necessarily ...
How Core Strength Really Affects Back Pain
Core strength is so much more important for your back than you would think. Here’s how core strength actually helps with your back pain: Enhances ...
Best Morning Routine for a Healthy Back
You may not be a morning person, but doing these things can help you to maintain a healthy back throughout the day and avoid back ...
How to Prepare Your Back for an International Flight
Is one of your New Year's resolutions to travel to Europe? Traveling to Europe is such an amazing experience; however, the back pain that comes ...
Why Your Sleep Setup Matters More Than You Think
If you wake up with back pain, your spine may be sending you a message and your sleep setup could be the cause. Many people ...
How Sitting Less in the New Year Can Save Your Spine
The New Year is a time to reset habits. A habit you should consider changing is how much you sit. Prolonged sitting can take a ...
Back Care Resolutions: How to Start the New Year Feeling Better
The New Year is the perfect time for fresh starts and a fresh start you should particularly include is one for your back. Here are ...
Common Back Problems at the End of the Year
As the year winds down, many people notice their back pain getting worse. Between holiday stress, the cold, travel, and changes in your routine, the ...