Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains why back surgery is rarely the answer, and what the first ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Surgical treatment of mild autonomous cortisol secretion cuts odds of vertebral fractures vs. a conservative ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Richard Menger is a neurosurgeon and a political scientist. A post-operative x-ray showing a spinal deformity correction for ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Adrenalectomy did not lead to an improvement in BMD for adults with mild autonomous cortisol secretion. An ...

Making the choice to undergo back surgery isn’t just a medical decision—it’s a pivotal moment that can transform your quality of life. While many individuals find themselves contemplating this option ...

Surgical treatments for spinal stenosis include laminectomy, discectomy, and spinal fusion. A doctor may recommend surgery for spinal stenosis in severe cases or if nonsurgical methods do not help ...

Treating curvature of the spine as an adult often involves pain relief medications, exercise, or spinal injections to soothe symptoms. Surgery may only be necessary for adults with severe curvature or ...

A retrospective analysis of 203 consecutive 360° fusions performed in an ambulatory setting confirmed a 100% discharge rate within 23 hours with zero hospital transfers or immediate readmissions.