Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery in the Cervical Spine: Innovations in Endoscopy and Navigation
A New Way to Treat Neck Pain Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people come to see a spine surgeon. Whether caused by a herniated disk, spinal stenosis, or nerve compression, cervical spine problems can make daily life difficult. Pain, stiffness, numbness in the arms, and even weakness can take a toll […]
From the Locker Room to the OR: Applying Sports Medicine Techniques to Everyday Spine Injuries
What Pro Athletes Can Teach Us About Spine Health When people think about sports medicine, they often picture elite athletes on the sidelines, surrounded by doctors, trainers, and coaches. They imagine high-stakes injuries, cutting-edge treatments, and fast-track recoveries. What many people do not realize is that the same principles used to keep professional athletes on […]
Next-Generation Artificial Disks: Restoring Mobility Through Advanced Biomechanics
A New Chapter in Spine Care When I started my career as a neurosurgeon, the standard approach for treating severe degenerative disc disease was spinal fusion. At the time, it was our best option. By permanently joining two vertebrae together, we could stabilize the spine, relieve pain, and prevent further damage. The problem? Fusions limit […]
Breakthrough Therapies for Spinal Cord Injuries: From Stem Cells to Neuroregeneration
A New Era in Spinal Care Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege of working with patients facing one of the most challenging conditions in medicine — spinal cord injuries. As a neurosurgeon, I’ve seen firsthand how devastating these injuries can be, affecting not only the ability to move but also independence, confidence, […]