One of the most common questions after any surgery is “When can I drive?” This question is important to most patients’ lifestyles and livelihoods, and its answer can vary between individuals. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides minimally invasive neck and spine surgeries for patients throughout New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we […]
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Do you struggle with back pain on only one side of your body? If so, nerve compression might be the cause. Lumbar hemilaminectomy provides targeted relief for one-sided pain, and with less impact than a complete laminectomy. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center near you in New Jersey, Florida, and
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At NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, our mission has always been simple: to provide world-class spinal care that helps our patients get back to the lives they love. Today, we are incredibly proud to share that this commitment has been recognized on a grand scale. Dr. Branko Skovrlj has been officially named the
Excellence in Motion: Dr. Branko Skovrlj Named Best Neurosurgeon in Toms River for 2026 Read More »
Neck surgery can provide long-lasting relief from pain. When recovery requires taking an extended break from work, however, it’s important to plan. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck procedures at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss what to expect regarding a return to work after neck surgery,
Return-to-Work After Cervical Procedures: Job-Type Timelines Read More »
Any major spinal surgery requires a certain amount of recovery. For some patients, however, advanced techniques may allow for a shorter recovery period than might be expected. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides minimally invasive treatments at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania to help patients get back to active lives sooner.
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Neck surgery is a major medical procedure. Before you receive treatment, it’s important to understand everything that your care entails. That includes your limitations during recovery. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck surgeries at locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we discuss how to sleep after cervical spine surgery with
Sleeping Positions After Cervical Procedures: Week-by-Week Read More »
Neck surgery provides a proven solution for debilitating nerve pain. Surgery is a big step, however, and it can seem intimidating. Learning more is one way to feel more confident about your treatment. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides cervical spine surgeries near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Here, we discuss
Endoscopic Cervical Discectomy: Step-by-Step Technique & Tools Read More »
Spinal deformities can be severely limiting. Pain, reduced mobility, breathing issues, and insecurities make it difficult for people to maintain the lifestyles they desire. Fortunately, a permanent solution exists. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides thoracic spinal fusion and other spine procedures near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Here, we explore how thoracic
Thoracic Spinal Fusion for Deformity: Navigation & Outcomes Read More »
If you struggle with a spinal deformity, it may seem inescapable. The pain, limited mobility, and other difficulties get in the way of your lifestyle. Even for long-standing deformities, however, thoracic spine reconstruction can provide permanent relief. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides spinal reconstruction surgeries near you in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and
Thoracic Spine Reconstruction: Correcting Long-Standing Deformities Read More »
After receiving a cervical discectomy, many patients find that their neck mobility has been reduced. Cervical disc replacement is one way to restore flexibility. This procedure replaces the missing disc with a medical implant, allowing a complete range of motion. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides spinal procedures near you in New Jersey,
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