Spine Surgery Procedures: What Are They? How Much Do They Cost?
Suppose you have a herniated disc and have been told that surgery is your only option. In that case, it’s crucial to understand the various surgical procedures for treating herniated discs, their costs, and both short-term and long-term effects. I have colleagues from many of the significant surgical groups here in Indianapolis. Our conversations usually […]
Understanding Inflammation in a Disc Herniation
As a conservative spine care doctor, I often encounter patients with both lumbar and cervical disc herniations. These patients usually have an MRI, which is how they find out they have a disc herniation. Currently, the standard of care for a disc herniation is a trial of physical therapy, which lasts 6-8 weeks. In many […]