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• Frequently Asked Questions About Anterior Cervical Fusion Surgery

  for their patients, after a variety of non-surgical procedures have been tried and deemed ineffective, as a treatment for neck and shoulder pain and other issues pertaining to the cervical vertebrae. This region of the spine may suffer from degenerative...

• Robert, Anterior cervical decompression fusion surgery

  On the morning of October 23, 2012 I awoke to a stiff neck, attributing this to sleeping the wrong way. I went out for my normal run that morning, but the stiff neck didn't improve. Over the next several weeks the stiff neck turned into neck pain, left...

• Home Office Setup Tips

  to remember that the overall setup of your home office and the ergonomics of your workspace are critical to minimizing neck and back pain. We have seen several patients in the office and via virtual visits who have had increasing discomfort in their...

• Spinal Cord Injury Surgery

  What is Spinal Fusion Surgery? Spinal fusion is one of the most common surgeries performed in the cervical spine (the neck) and the lumbar spine (the low back). The majority of spinal fusions are performed to treat a pinched nerve in the neck that...

• Will lockout lead to more NHL injuries?

  However, there is probably a more important aspect that can decrease the incidence of concussions—strengthening of the neck muscles. It is a misconception that a direct blow to the head causes a concussion. A concussion results when the brain, which is...

• Who Needs Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery and How Does It Work?

  Rothman Orthopaedic Institute protects your back health with comprehensive preventive care and surgical treatment. Neck pain can be caused by a number of reasons – from improper posture to injuries to cervical disc disease – and while many conditions...

• Cervical Myelopathy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  and allows the rest of the body to move without friction. There are four regions of the spine in total: the cervical or neck region (with vertebrae labeled C1-C7), thoracic or upper back region (T1-T12), lumbar or lower back region (L1-L5), and the...

• Spine Surgeons at Rothman Orthopaedics Provide Updated Return-to-Play Recommendations for Collision Athletes after Cervical Spine Injury

  decisions. “Professional team physicians have tried to institute guidelines for players to safely return to the field after neck injuries but there is a lack of high-quality studies, and most surveys on the topic are informal,” said Alexander R....

• Stay Afloat By Avoiding Swimming Injuries

  five of the most common injuries that swimmers experience: Breastroke knee, butterfly back injuries, swimmer’s shoulder, neck injuries, and spinal cord injuries. Breaststroke Knee One of the most common swimming knee injuries is known as breaststroke...

• When to Seek Treatment for Cervical Myelopathy in NYC

  patients understand their condition. The “cervical” region of the spine consists of seven vertebrae, together known as the neck. “Spondylosis” refers to age-related degeneration (think “wear-and-tear”) that impacts the spine. “Myelopathy” indicates...

• Effective Treatments for Cervical Herniated Discs

  Methods Can Provide Real Relief from Herniated Disc Symptoms A cervical herniated disc is one of the most common causes of neck pain, especially in people aged 30-50. Many times, a cervical herniated disc occurs over time as a result of wear and tear....

• How Technology Use Affects the Spine

  being used more consistently in everyday life, it’s easy to put unwanted strain on these muscles and ligaments in our necks and spines. Because overuse of this technology can lead to poor posture and a number of other injuries down the line, it can be...

• Spine Exercises for Pain and Prevention

  Exercise for the neck and lower back can be challenging, especially when you are in pain. Performing the incorrect exercise or using poor technique can make pain worse and slow recovery. For minor aches and pains in the neck and lower back, it is safe...

• Fusion for Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Trauma

  over several months - similar to healing a fracture - which joins, or "welds," the vertebrae together. Cervical Fusion Many neck problems are due to degenerative changes that occur in the intervertebral discs of the cervical spine and the joints between...

• Herniated Cervical Disc Surgery

  on the nerve root. The entire disc is not removed. This procedure is performed through an incision in the back of the neck. This is usually an outpatient procedure, meaning that the patients usually goes home the same day of surgery. The most common...

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute’s Team is Made Up of the Top Spine Surgeons

  Neck and back pain can be severe and if it is chronic, it can begin to negatively impact every aspect of daily life. From sleepless nights to constant distraction during work or even an inability to work, pain (specifically in the cervical or lumbar...

• A Step by Step Guide: The Procedure for Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion

  If you are suffering from arm pain or neck pain due to a degenerative condition, a herniated disc or an injury to the spine, it’s time to research the possibility of having a procedure for anterior cervical decompression and fusion. Though a more...

• John, Spinal Fusion Surgery, Warminster, PA

  locking up the kids bikes under the house and when I stood up I hit the main crossbeam supporting the house. This caused a neck compression. Several weeks later the increased tingling down my right arm into my hand became so bad I sought medical...

• Caring For Basketball Concussions in Philadelphia

  knows that this very physical sport can also result in concussions. If you or a loved one has hit your head or sustained a neck injury playing basketball, and you’re seeing or feeling symptoms of a concussion, you may be wondering what to do. Doctors at...

• Four Hidden Common Swimming Injuries and Their Prevention

  goes against the knee’s structural design and stresses the inner ligament of the knee (medial collateral ligament or MCL). Neck Injuries Neck Injuries are most often the result of incorrect technique. Swimmers who do not keep their heads in line with...