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The Causes of Knee Pain With age, knee pain becomes a common health condition that many adults suffer from. What begins as minimal, infrequent pain
What is Minimally Invasive Surgery? Prior to medical advancements in the 1980s, traditional procedures, such as open back surgery, were a patient’s only option. Today,
Living with Arthritis in the Knee What is it really like living with arthritis of the knee? As a patient, understanding what arthritis of the
Living with Arthritis of the Knee What is it really like living with arthritis of the knee? To begin, it’s important to fully understand what
Canal Stenosis Surgery Spinal canal stenosis surgery is usually a last resort for people who have already attempted conservative treatments. People who are considered candidates
Although it is not the first thing on your mind following spine surgery, exercise can be an essential part of recovery. Before you begin any
If you have been diagnosed with a bulging disc as the source of your debilitating symptoms and weeks or months of conservative treatment have not
What is Iovera Treatment? At BEST, our primary goal is to ensure our patients are at ease during each step of their treatment. Whether this
If you have excruciating knee pain even after attempting a number of conservative treatment options, it may be time to consider knee surgery. A knee
What is Physical Therapy, and How is it Used? Physical therapy is a treatment method that helps patients regain function, increase flexibility, and rebuild muscle.
Joint pain is very common in many patients, especially those older than 50. Conservative treatment, such as physical therapy, pain medication, rest, etc are often
What is Our Minimally Invasive Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Procedure Our minimally invasive lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) procedure aims to alleviate the pain associated
People who experience chronic pain in the sacroiliac joint (SI joint) of the spine often have difficulty standing or walking for an extended period of
Chronic neck pain can prevent you from doing the activities and hobbies that you once loved. When left untreated, chronic neck pain can radiate to
Patients with a deteriorated disc in the cervical (neck) spine may experience pain, numbness, or tingling in the neck, arm, and fingers. This continual pain,
Shoulder pain can be challenging to live with and can keep you from the people and activities you love. If you have consistent shoulder pain
Magnetic resonance imaging or MRI is a non-invasive procedure that provides a high-resolution image of the interior of the body. It is similar to an
Physical Therapy for Back Pain If you have experienced intense back pain, you’ve likely felt inclined to sit back, relax, and let your spine rest.
Are You Experiencing Persistent Knee Pain? If you have been dealing with chronic knee pain for a prolonged period, it is vital to take the
The Importance of Physical Activity Physical activity can be very beneficial for easing the symptoms of arthritis of the spine. For instance, regular exercise can
When is Bone Spur Treatment Necessary? When spinal bone spur treatment is necessary, the goal is usually to manage any uncomfortable symptoms as conservatively as
What is a Ruptured Disc? A ruptured disc occurs when the disc’s outer layer breaks and the gel-like material inside is pushed out into the
A Brief Overview of Endoscopic Spine Surgery Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive alternative to traditional spine surgery. Unlike traditional open-back surgery, this procedure
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy? If you have never heard of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, don’t panic, BEST has you covered. PRP therapy uses a