Ask Dr. Spight: What Causes Spine Swelling?
Nonsurgical pain physician Dr. Spight explains the conditions that cause spine swelling as well as factors causing people to perceive swelling when they have lower back pain.
Ask Dr. Spight: Can I Try a Waterbed for Back Pain?
Dr. Spight shares thoughts about using a waterbed for back pain, and offers additional tips to help manage back pain during sleeping and waking hours.
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Meet Pain Interventionalist Dr. Santos
Dr. Santos explains his personalized approach to diagnosing and treating back pain. Dr. Jose Santos had his first brush with his medicine calling as a child. Severe asthma attacks...
Ask Dr. Hansen: What Is Hip Replacement Recovery Like?
Dr. Hansen discusses concerns about the hip replacement recovery process and details the patient journey from pain protocols through physical therapy.
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Dr. Warner Provides Hip Labral Repair Guidance
Dr. Warner discusses different approaches to hip labral repair and explains the factors that determine his approach to treating these injuries.
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Ask Dr. Choi: Why Do Legs Give Out Without Warning?
Learn about whether you need medical evaluation if your legs give out. It is alarming to suddenly have your legs give out as you take a step. However, you...
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Ask Dr. Choi: How Is a Bruised Back Evaluated?
Dr. Choi identifies bruised spine symptoms that require medical evaluation. The occasional bruise on an arm or leg is usually not a reason for alarm. However, trauma that causes...
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Superior Surgical Safety Recognized by Joint Commission Award
Summit’s spine fusion certification is the gold standard in surgical safety. Summit Orthopedics’ Eagan Surgery Center is the first surgery center in the country to be recognized with spine...
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How Long Does a Cortisone Shot Last?
Learn about the factors affecting how long cortisone shot pain relief lasts. When inflammation caused by arthritis makes joints painful and daily activities difficult, a cortisone shot can be...
Ask Dr. Scofield: What Is the Best Treatment for Tennis Elbow?
Dr. Scofield discusses the benefits and risks of cortisone and PRP injections to treat tennis elbow. Tennis elbow is a deceptive name for an elbow injury that usually has...
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