What Are Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar Facet Joint Injections

Facet injections are given to areas in the spine to treat pain. Cervical facet joint injections are given in the area of the neck. Thoracic injections are given in the area of the spine in the middle of the back, while lumbar injections are given in the lower back. Tennessee Spine Specialists are pleased to…

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Epidural Steroid Injection for Neck Pain

“Pain in the neck” is a common phrase for an irritation or an annoying problem. Actual neck pain, however, can be much more serious. Today, we’ll look at how epidural steroid injections can be an effective neck pain treatment, even for patients who suffer from chronic pain. Neck Pain: What You Need to Know Neck…

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Who Is The Ideal Candidate For Radiofrequency Ablation?

Radiofrequency Ablation is a minimally invasive procedure which aids in the destruction of the nerve fibers responsible for carrying pain signals to the brain. This procedure is nonsurgical that works by applying heat to destroy the pain-transmitting nerve fibers. This procedure has been found to be efficient in offering a permanent and lasting solution to those…

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What’s Recovery Time For Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Like?

Recovery Time After Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery – Explained A carpal tunnel release surgery reduces pressure on the median nerve that runs through your wrist. A neurosurgeon in Tampa from Tennessee Spine Specialists releases the median nerve by making two or three small incisions to cut the ligament at the top of the carpal tunnel.…

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How Our Specialists Use Epidural Steroid Injections

How Our Specialists Use Epidural Steroid Injections For Presurgical Planning If you have back problems that leave you in constant pain, that is an indication that you need to see a doctor right away. There is no reason you should be living in pain, especially if it is decreasing your quality of life. When you…

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Our Orthopedic Surgeon Can Treat Meniscus Issues

When you experience issues with any part of your physical well being that contributes to how you perform your daily activities, you need to see a doctor right away! People become injured all of the time and if you happen to be one of these people, make an appointment to see a Board Certified doctor…

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Types of Osteotomy Procedures Performed By A Neurosurgeon

When you need to have any sort of procedure performed, it can be a fearful situation but not at Tennessee Spine Specialists! We will always make sure you are comfortable and answer all of your questions. When it comes to needing an osteotomy performed by a neurosurgeon in Tampa, FL you must contact us today.…

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How Will A TLIF Benefit Me?

With so many different types of surgical procedures and issues you can acquire, if you are feeling pain, you must visit a doctor to obtain a proper diagnosis. It is common to feel back pain, but if it is slowing you down or affecting your daily activities, that is when it can become an issue…

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What is Radio Frequency Ablation?

If you experience constant pain, you should not let that overshadow your life. In other words, do not continue to wake up every day in pain and just live with it, make sure you go see a doctor who can diagnose and treat your pain. Although not everyone is too keen on visiting the doctor,…

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What Are The Signs of Needing a Shoulder Arthroscopy?

If you are struggling with pain in any part of your body, you should have it examined as soon as possible. Although some individuals rather wait it out and see if the pain worsens, our trained professionals at Tennessee Spine Specialists urge you to see a doctor right away. The sooner you deal with pain,…

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Types of Orthopedic Procedures for Legs

When you have problems with your legs, you need to make sure that you have them checked right away. Your legs are a very important component of your body and if they become weak or hard to walk on, this is cause for concern and you need to take it seriously. The issues are not…

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How A Neurosurgeon Performs a Carpal Tunnel Release

When you come across pain that prevents you from performing your daily activities, you cannot put it to the side and wait to be treated. Without treatment for your issues, you are lowering your quality of life. You do not want to end up in a position where you can no longer participate in your…

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