The spine performs an important role in providing support and mobility to the body. When it develops abnormally, a person may struggle with pain, reduced mobility, and other health consequences. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides cutting-edge, minimally invasive treatments for spine conditions, including spinal deformities such as scoliosis, at locations across New Jersey. […]
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If you have received surgery for a back injury or condition, you probably expected relief that lasted. It may be discouraging to experience a resurgence of pain or persistent side effects. Luckily, failed back syndrome can be treated with options ranging from physical therapy to a corrective surgical procedure. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
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Lumbar spondylosis, an often painful back condition, results from a slow degradation of bone structures over the course of a lifetime. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides treatment for neck and spine conditions at locations throughout New Jersey. Here, we discuss what lumbar spondylosis is, its symptoms, and how it can be treated. What
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A pinched nerve in your neck can be debilitating if not diagnosed and treated appropriately. Also called cervical radiculopathy, this condition occurs when a nerve root in your neck becomes compressed. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute treats pinched nerves and other spine conditions for patients in New Jersey. Learn more about how to
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Stress fractures in the back are a common complaint among athletes and physical workers. Also called an overuse injury, this type of fracture can quickly derail a sports or workplace career. But what is a stress fracture, and how can you tell when it is happening to you? NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute
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Sacroiliac joint pain can cause pain down one or both legs, and the person may have trouble sitting. Many people also feel stiffness in their buttocks or back. At NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, located in northern New Jersey, board-certified neurosurgeons, led by Dr. Branko Skovrlj, specialize in minimally invasive spine surgery to treat
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Patients who have kyphosis can experience a lot of pain and even breathing problems, depending on how deeply the spine is curved. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, with locations all over northern New Jersey, has board-certified spine specialists who perform spine procedures and treatments that deal with complex disorders, including kyphosis. Here, we discuss
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The spine is made up of vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other. Each vertebra is connected by an intervertebral disc in the front and a small facet joint in the back. If there is any damage, irritation, or degeneration of the facet joint, it can lead to pain. Cervical facet syndrome is a
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The neurosurgeons at NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute are all board-certified and specialize in minimally invasive spine surgery. Led by Dr. Branko Skovrlj, one of the best-in-class neurosurgeons in New Jersey, NU-Spine is one of the few places that specialize in complex spine procedures using minimally invasive techniques. Here, we detail the benefits of
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Patients who are suffering from low back pain have a lot of company — it is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the main reason that American workers lose valuable productivity time. Research shows that 75-85% of Americans report back pain at some point in their lives. If you are afflicted with lower back
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