Does your back feel stiff after a long drive or your neck ache after a day at your desk? While occasional soreness is common, persistent pain that returns day after day shouldn’t be ignored. One possible cause is degenerative disc disease, a condition that develops as the spinal discs gradually lose strength and flexibility with…
Have you ever bent over to pick something up, twisted to grab something from the back seat, or gotten out of bed only to feel a sharp pain in your back or neck? While many aches and pains fade with time, persistent discomfort accompanied by tingling, numbness, or weakness may point to a problem with…
Often, patients ask, “what is a laminectomy of the spine” and why it might be recommended. Laminectomy is a surgical procedure used to create space in the spinal canal to help alleviate the symptoms associated with an irritated or impinged nerve root or spinal cord. This pressure can be caused by a variety of problems,…
Scoliosis affects more than posture. For many people, it causes daily discomfort that interferes with work, sleep, exercise, and movement. Pain may begin as stiffness or muscle fatigue, then become harder to ignore. The good news is that many patients can reduce symptoms and improve function through the right combination of care, exercise, and medical…
If you have ever noticed discomfort creeping in after a long day at your desk or on the couch, you are not imagining it. Sitting can cause back pain, and the reason has a lot to do with pressure and posture. When you are sitting, especially for long periods, your spine is placed under more…
Back pain can affect nearly every part of your daily life. Simple activities like sitting, walking, or even sleeping may become uncomfortable or painful. When non-surgical treatments no longer provide relief, spinal fusion may be considered as the next step. At Branko PRPA M.D. Spine Surgery, we help Milwaukee patients understand their options so they…
Are you considering undergoing back pain surgery? If so, you’re not alone. Worldwide, back pain is one of the leading causes of disability, and each year, almost 500,000 Americans have surgery to treat lower back pain. Whether the procedure is a spinal fusion, decompression, or something else entirely, preparation is key for a successful surgery…
If you are experiencing pain in your upper back, do not panic – there are upper back pain treatment options available. All too often, neck pain, lower back discomfort, numbness, tingling, and weakness are dismissed as normal parts of aging. While age-related changes in the spine are common, persistent symptoms such as these may indicate…
Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints. Discover some notable back pain statistics below to understand the severity of these conditions, the many potential causes and the back and spine treatment options available. Gender & Back Pain Back problems are slightly more common in adult women than men; nearly 30% of the…