New Minimally Invasive Solution: The Artificial Cervical (Neck) Disc
This month, our very own Dr. Sharma will become one of the first neurosurgeons in Northern and Central Virginia to treat patients with a new type of artificial cervical disc…
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Spinal Meningitis
Spinal Meningitis is an inflammation of the membrane surrounding your spinal cord, usually caused by an infection. Meningitis can be treated easily if early detection occurs, but if not it…
Minimally Invasive Treatment: Spinal Infections
While we mostly focus on minimally invasive procedures here at Virginia Spine Specialists, we also offer treatment programs for those afflicted by diseases and infections of the spine. Spinal infections…
Minimally Invasive Solution: Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Let’s face it; at some point in our lives we are all likely to experience some degree of lower back pain. There are a number of injuries and ailments that…
Minimally Invasive Treatments for Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain remains one of the number one reasons for adults seeking out medical attention, and is currently one of the most expensive conditions to treat. The costs of…
Degeneration of the Spine Due to Aging
Americans are living longer and healthier lives with each passing year. With this advancement also comes a price – an increasing number of people are living with an aging spine…
Whiplash Syndrome
Whiplash syndrome is a hyperextension injury of the cervical spine that is commonly associated with motor vehicle crashes. As a clinical entity, it presents many chalenges to the clinician due…
Managing Neck and Arm Pain
Neck and arm pain is a common experience in the adult population. Fortunately, most instances of this are self-limiting and get better without any treatment. But it is important to…
Treatment of Spinal Fractures
It is often a scary and confusing diagnosis if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with a spinal fracture. In this article, we look at common types of…
Salvaging Failed Back Surgery
Low back pain is one of the most common ailments affecting the general population. Among individuals with labor intensive work, the prevalence of low back pain is alarmingly high. Even…
