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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…

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…

Minimally Invasive Solutions for Low Back Pain

Nearly every adult has experienced low back pain at some point in their life. It is not surprising that low back pain is the second most common neurological disorder affecting…