Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

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Is Sex Safe After Lumbar Spinal Fusion?

Lumbar degenerative disc disease Lumbar degenerative joint disease (arthritis) Lumbar spondylosis Lumbar spinal stenosis Flat back syndrome Lumbar kyphosis Lumbar slipped disc Lumbar herniated disc Failed back syndrome Lumbar radiculopathy Lumbar myelopathy Lumbar spinal cord injury This pain can have far-reaching effects on your life. For many patients, the pain even interferes with intimacy. Certain […]

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Complex Revision Spine Surgery: When a First Operation Falls Short

If you have ever received spine surgery, you expect it to relieve pain. If it doesn’t, the continued pain may be discouraging. Fortunately, solutions exist for failed back surgery syndrome. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute offers state-of-the-art treatments, including complex revision spine surgery, at locations throughout New Jersey to help patients get back

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How Much Mobility Is Lost After Lumbar Fusion?

Living with chronic back pain can be discouraging. Fortunately, lumbar spinal fusion presents a permanent solution. Though this relief comes at the sacrifice of some flexibility, many patients can compensate for lost mobility and maintain a high quality of life. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides lumbar fusion and other surgical procedures to treat back

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How Long Do Patients Need Pain Medication After Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Spine surgeries can provide long-term relief for back conditions. Before the benefits can be enjoyed, however, patients must go through recovery. Though the recovery period may be challenging, many patients find that the relief is worth it. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute serves the state of New Jersey with cervical spinal fusion, thoracic

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What Activities Are Restricted After Sacroiliac Fusion Surgery?

For people who struggle with lower back or hip pain, sacroiliac joint fusion can provide permanent relief. However, this procedure often comes with some activity restrictions. Understanding these limitations is important to deciding on the right treatment plan for you. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides surgical treatment for sacroiliac joint disease and other spine

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When Does a Neck Injury Require Surgery?

Whether it was caused by sports, a vehicle accident, or a workplace accident, a neck injury is often serious. However, that doesn’t mean that surgery is always the recommended treatment. A wide variety of treatment options exist, and the best one is decided on a case-by-case basis. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides neck

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What Are Symptoms of Scoliosis?

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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Failed Back Syndrome: What to Do When a First Surgery Doesn’t Work

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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What Is Lumbar Spondylosis and What Are the Treatment Options?

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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