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. 

In endoscopic spine surgery targeting is critical.

Targeting in Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Measure twice, cut once. In endoscopic spine surgery targeting is critical. Find out why and how I pinpoint the precise location for my incision. Struggling ...
Advancements in spine surgery allowed me to treat a patient not by performing a large surgery, but with an arthroscopic/endoscopic approach.

An Arthroscopic/Endoscopic Approach to Spine Surgery

Advancements in spine surgery allowed me to treat a patient with residual pressure on a nerve root not by performing a large surgery, but with ...
Let me navigate you through this navigated sacroiliac joint fusion!

Navigated Left Sacroiliac Joint Fusion

Restoring any patient's quality of life is a gratifying benefit of an already rewarding profession! In this case, my patient had severe injuries to his ...
Spondylolisthesis is a complicated way of saying a vertebrae has slipped onto the bone below it. The question is: to fuse or not to fuse?

Spondylolisthesis: To Fuse or Not To Fuse?

Can you say "Spondylolisthesis" five times fast? It's a complicated way of saying a vertebrae has slipped onto the bone below it. When it comes ...
Dr. William Capicotto examines a case study where he chose Total Disc Replacement over Fusion to better restore his patient's mobility.

Case Study: Total Disc Replacement Over Fusion

A case study a day keeps the doctor happy. (You thought I'd say away, didn't you? 😉) All joking aside, for eligible surgery candidates, I ...
After nearly 40 years of learning the latest and greatest in spine surgery procedures, my advice to spine surgeons: learn endoscopy.

My Advice To Spine Surgeons? Learn Endoscopy.

After nearly 40 years of learning the latest and greatest in spine surgery procedures, my advice to spine surgeons everywhere: learn endoscopy. Struggling with chronic ...

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Enjoying Outdoor Events Without Hurting Your Spine

Enjoying Outdoor Events Without Hurting Your Spine

tourist girl stands near the tent in the mountain. Carpathians, Ukraine. Summer allows you to go outside, enjoy the beautiful weather, and have fun. Here’s ...
Healthy Summer Recipes For The Spine

Healthy Summer Recipes For The Spine

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in new recipes and foods that not only taste good, but benefit your spine. Here are some fun ...
Tasks That Cause Back Pain

Tasks That Cause Back Pain

It’s important that you know what tasks cause back pain so that you know how to do them without causing pain or avoid them. Here ...
Uncommon Spinal Conditions

Uncommon Spinal Conditions

When it comes to the spine, there are many uncommon conditions that can affect the spine. You most likely already know some of the common ...
Holistic Approaches To The Spine

Holistic Approaches To The Spine

There are many holistic treatments and practices that you can try that may improve your spine health: Herbal Medicine: Some herbal remedies may offer natural ...
Alternatives To Spine Surgery

Alternatives To Spine Surgery

Considering alternatives to spine surgery is a wise approach because surgery might not always be the best solution to treat or correct the cause of ...