AllSpine’s Health Care Blog

Chronic back pain is one of the most common complaints that doctors receive. It’s no surprise given that are always roughly 65 million Americans who have experienced a recent bout of semi-chronic or acute back pain and about eight percent of adults live with some

If you are suffering from an injury to your spine or have a herniated disc or tumor that is causing you pain, you are likely looking into different treatment options. Depending on your condition, you may be considering laser surgery. There is a lot of

When you suffer an injury, the nerves in your body send pain signals to indicate the location of the damage. Pain is a hugely important survival mechanism as it allows you and your body to react to danger indicators and prevent further injury. However, pain

Spinal stenosis occurs when one or more spaces within the spine begin to narrow, reducing the amount of room for the spinal cord and nerves to branch off. Over time, this tightened space can irritate, compress or pinch nerves and/or the spinal cord. Spinal stenosis

Car accident injuries can range from minor and temporary inconveniences to serious and catastrophic injuries that leave you with permanent disabilities or scarring. There are some particularly pernicious injuries, like internal injuries or whiplash, that aren’t always readily apparent. You may not even know you’ve

As we age, our bodies change and adapt to natural wear and tear, injuries and various medical conditions. Bone spurs are one of the common issues experienced by adults 60 years of age and older. Over time, bone spurs can develop anywhere in the body,

The back and spine are key to maintaining the body’s full range of motion and mobility. They are the body’s central support system. The near constant use of the back and spine are one of the reasons why most Americans will experience back pain at

Chickenpox is a common virus known for being exceedingly itchy but mostly harmless (at least when it’s contracted by children). While symptoms of chickenpox eventually clear up and go away, the varicella zoster virus (VZV) that causes it never leaves the body. This remnant virus

Pain signals delivered by nerves are oftentimes a warning from our body that it needs help. Unfortunately, there can be conditions or situations where nerves are sending inaccurate signals or the pain signals that are being sent are reducing your quality of life. Pain management

A common misconception about tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow is that only people who play the namesake sport develop either condition. In fact, most people who suffer tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow have never actually played either sport. The reality is that nearly everyone who

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are one of the most sought out therapies in regenerative medicine. PRP is popular because it is minimally invasive and promotes the body’s natural healing abilities to aid in recovery. PRP injections may also be recommended to help manage the symptoms

One of the most common chronic back conditions is scoliosis. If you have been recently diagnosed with scoliosis or have struggled with it since childhood, chances are you can still live a normal life. However, the persistent pain and discomfort of scoliosis can be debilitating

When you get into a car accident, the last things you should have to think about are medical bills and surgery costs. Taking care of yourself and getting the treatment you need after a serious back injury should be your top priority. It’s not always

Traditional open spine surgeries are costly and much harder on the body when it comes to recovery. This is why most patients in Georgia are electing for minimally invasive surgeries like laser back surgery, otherwise known as Percutaneous Laser Disc Decompression (PLDD), and minimally invasive

If you experience sharp, radiating pain in your pelvis, hips, lower back or even down to your thighs, you may be experiencing sacroiliac (SI) joint pain. For those with chronic lower back pain, SI joints can often be a major contributor. Lower back pain is