Our Recommendations for Managing Your Chronic Middle Back Pain At Branko PRPA M.D. We know how annoying chronic middle back pain can be. Fortunately, there are a few things that you can do to cope with it. From knowing the common causes of back pain to choosing the best home remedies, here’s a look at…
It is essential to take a thoughtful, slow, and steady approach before getting back to normal following back surgery. Every surgery is different. There is no set timetable regarding when it’s okay to start exercising again and no schedule for when you should start feeling normal again. There are, however, a few general timetables that…
Let’s face it, back pain is a nuisance. No matter how you lie or where you lie, there is just no way to get comfortable when fighting chronic back pain. Frequent spasms and ache prevent you from doing the things you love most. There are many natural remedies to try for back pain relief, but…
Spinal surgery recovery is complex. There’s a lot of build up to the day of surgery. However, once you’re in the surgical room there’s nothing you can do during the procedure to support the success of your own spinal surgery surgery. It’s out of your control and in the hands of your surgeon. Your real…
Don’t let a lack of independence or mobility affect your recovery time. After months of imaging and evaluations of your conditions, the doctors have recommended revision back (spinal)surgery. So you feel like you’re back to square one. Though every surgery is different, you are already a step ahead because you are an experienced spinal surgery…
You’ve been here before. This is all too familiar. The chronic pain, shooting down your arm or leg, the inability to complete everyday tasks. After years of simply managing the pain, you were hopeful that the surgery would be the end all. Nonetheless, here you are, with similar symptoms and very little relief. After months…
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (FBSS) and Failed Neck Surgery Syndrome (FNSS) are more common than you think. What happened and what is causing this pain months or even years later? Your back or neck surgery was supposed to provide relief. Months to years later, you are experiencing little to no improvements or pain in other…
What does spine straightening surgery entail, and who should consider it? The human spine isn’t designed to be perfectly straight, and most of us have variations. But certain conditions can cause enough pain and mobility challenges to warrant a surgical solution. Let’s dive in a few basic facts to get the story straight on spine…
What types of spine surgery are available to help you alleviate suffering from pain? The spine is literally your support system, holding your body up. It also provides crucial support, stability and flexibility that allows us to stand, walk and run. Having spinal surgery is no simple procedure and there are various options you can…