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Spine radiculopathy is the medical term for a pinched nerve. It occurs when a nerve root is irritated or compressed, causing pain and abnormal sensations as the nerve signals are interrupted. While radiculopathy can significantly impede your quality of life, you may not need surgery to get relief. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is

Spinal fusion is often the first surgery recommended for spinal disc degeneration or a herniated disc. While spinal fusion does offer relief for disc-related back pain, trading flexibility for reduced pain is not always required. Alternative motion-preserving surgeries can treat pain without changing your mobility, letting you stay active after treatment. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine

When preparing for any medical procedure, you want a provider you can trust to do the job properly. This is especially true for advanced treatments such as minimally invasive surgery (MIS). Choosing the right surgeon can be more easily said than done. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with

Facet cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on the lumbar spine. The sac presses against nearby tissue, causing pain, nerve compression, and other symptoms. Surgical removal can provide significant relief. However, with multiple procedure types available, it can be difficult to know which treatment path is the right one. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Many patients find anesthesia to be the most intimidating part of spine surgery. Although being asleep during surgery may sound scary, experienced anesthesiology teams ensure that it is safe. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with  locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Here, we educate patients about

The general instructions given to patients preparing for spine surgery always include three things: stop blood thinners, avoid food before the surgery, and quit smoking. While the first two are straightforward, it can be harder to see the connection between smoking and spinal fusion failure. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain

When planning a major medical procedure, you want to set yourself up for success. Prehab for spine surgery is an opportunity to build strength and support to ensure an easy recovery. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with locations near you in New Jersey, Florida, and Pennsylvania. Learn more about

Spinal fusion can provide long-term relief from back and nerve pain. Like any other surgery, however, fusion comes with a risk of complications. Adjacent segment disease is a sometimes-painful condition that can develop after spinal fusion. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with locations near you in New Jersey,

Artificial disc replacement is an advanced procedure that preserves spine mobility. But are the benefits worth a potential second surgery? It is normal to be concerned about implant longevity, particularly when some types are prone to breaking down. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute is a state-of-the-art pain center with locations near you in

Arm pain can sometimes be caused by spinal cord compression. Like any medical condition, arm pain of spinal origin must be treated at the source. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute offers multiple spine procedures to relieve nerve pain caused by compression for patients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Our surgeons weigh all factors