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…
Nerve Root Pain
Another day, another minimally invasive surgical procedure! By carefully removing the protruding disc material to open the "window" around the nerve root, I allowed it more space to breathe which in turn, will…
Kyphoplasty: A Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedure
Celebrating the holidays by relieving yet another patient of pain. In this case, I performed a kyphoplasty – a minimally invasive procedure – to treat an 8-week old compression fracture.…
The Highs and Lows of Modern Technology
Modern technology makes it possible to perform ultra minimally invasive spine surgeries that transform patient's lives for the better. But modern technology can also make it impossible to take an invigorating…
Dr Capicotto on WNY Living with WGRZ – Channel 2, Buffalo
Did you see me last weekend on WNY Living with WGRZ – Channel 2, Buffalo? If not, here's your chance! HUGE thank you to WNY Living for having me. Struggling…
Two-Level Artificial Disc Replacement (Part 2/2)
(Part 2/2) How do I create room to properly insert an artificial disc? Let me show you how I tackled this 2 level disc replacement to alleviate a patient's pain. Struggling with…
Two-Level Disc Replacement (Part 1/2)
(Part 1/2) This patient had three disc herniations resulting in horrible back pain. Because a three-level disc replacement has not been cleared yet, I performed a two-level disc replacement. If…
What do Shoes and Artificial Discs Have in Common?
What do shoes and artificial discs have in common? You have to measure to make sure they fit properly! I always prefer disc replacement over fusion when possible because it…
Recurrent Disc Herniation
For those with a fairly thick disc who undergo a discectomy or endoscopic discectomy, the chance of a recurrent disc herniation is low but possible, as was the case with…
Transforaminal Endoscopy
For this patient with degenerative collapsing scoliosis and years of back, leg, and sciatica pain, I aimed to provide relief without resorting to a spinal fusion. (Per the patient's request.)…
