Ever since William Williams Keen became the first brain surgeon in the United States, neurosurgeons have been treating patients for injuries, diseases, and congenital disorders of the brain and spinal cord. Although much has changed since Keen performed one of the first brain tumor removals in 1888, the importance of neurosurgeons hasn’t diminished in the…
When each and every day is limited by chronic pain, finding relief is your main priority. Unfortunately, figuring out the right treatment for your needs isn’t always easy. Nonsurgical methods aren’t always enough to make a full recovery, effective medicines are riddled with side effects, and the prospect of surgery can be a tough pill…
If you experience lower back pain while bending over, lifting, or just taking part in day-to-day activities, you may have an annular tear. Annular tears are relatively common, but they have a tendency to go undiagnosed as the degree of pain associated with this condition varies from person to person. In order to understand what…
A microdiscectomy (sometimes referred to as decompression surgery) is a minimally invasive spine surgery that is commonly performed in Florida. This advanced procedure can help reduce pressure on the nerves in the spine and relieve back pain. What’s the Difference Between a Discectomy & a Microdiscectomy? During a discectomy, portions of spinal bone or disks…
Imagine leaving a surgery center completely pain-free. The only sign that you received spinal surgery being a small bandage on your back. these are some of the aspects that make laser spine surgery so appealing to people living with chronic back pain in Florida. If you have been told that you may need back surgery,…
If a patient is considering spine surgery, many turn automatically toward an orthopedic surgeon. This association seems to primarily be due to the concept of the bony spinal column. People think about bones, and then they tend to think about orthopedic surgeons. The reality is that neurosurgeons are also a great choice when it comes…
What You Need to Know About Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Spine surgery was usually performed as an “open operation”– meaning that a long incision was used to open up the patient. This gave the operating surgeon a direct view of the patient’s anatomy comprising the operating area. Fortunately, advancements in medical technology mean that significantly…
If you are suffering from chronic pain in the lower back or legs, then your doctor may recommend spinal cord stimulation (SCS) or neurostimulation. This is an advanced pain-relief procedure that is often recommended for an increasing number of medical conditions such as complex regional pain syndrome, neuropathy, cervical and lumbar radiculitis. If you have…
Herniated Discs A herniated disc is a common injury that can affect any part of the spine. A herniated disc can cause severe pain and other problems in the arms or legs. Disc Anatomy Vertebral discs are flexible, rubbery cushions that support the vertebral bones. They allow the spine to twist and bend. Each disc…
Treatment for disc herniation varies depending on which part of the spine is affected and the gravity of the condition. There is a long range of treatments from conservative care to surgical procedures. It is best to consult a physician to ensure the appropriate treatment as there are other factors to be considered such as…
If you have scoliosis, you may have considered scoliosis surgery at some point to stop your spine from curving. Tennessee Spine Specialists in Tampa knows how serious scoliosis can become. It may be necessary for you to speak with a spine surgeon to find out if you require scoliosis surgery. There are different severities of…
Are you experiencing bladder dysfunction due to a ruptured disc? Well, Tennessee Spine Specialists can help with our lumbar microdiscectomy procedure to help take some of the pressure off your back nerves. Speaking with our neurosurgeon in Tampa, FL can help get you on track and set up an appointment for your surgery. Lumbar Microdiscectomy…