Neck pain is a common issue that can significantly impact your daily life. At Desert Spine and Sports Physicians, we believe in empowering our patients with the knowledge to prevent and manage neck pain effectively. Let's explore exercises and stretches that can help maintain your...
Physiatry, also known as Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), is a medical specialty that focuses on restoring and enhancing functional ability and quality of life for individuals with pain or injury related to the spine and musculoskeletal system, and other diagnoses affecting the nerves, muscles,...
Neck pain is an extremely common condition that affects millions of people each year. This persistent discomfort can significantly impact your quality of life, making daily activities difficult and uncomfortable. While surgery may be recommended in severe cases, many individuals can find relief through non-surgical...
Living with joint pain caused by osteoarthritis can be challenging, affecting not only your mobility but also your overall quality of life. At Desert Spine & Sports Physicians, we understand the impact of osteoarthritis and are here to guide you through effective non-surgical strategies for...
by Julie Hastings MD and Susan Sorosky MD A ‘physiatrist ‘ (pronounced ‘fizz i’ a trist’) is a physician who specializes in Physiatry, also known as Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation or PM&R, one of the 24 medical specialties certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties....
By Ehab Yasin DO and Susan Sorosky MD As children, we all most likely heard the familiar words from our parents - “Sit up straight!” and “Don’t slouch!” Well…. they might have been on to something. It is true that poor posture and aches and pains...
We have entered into a new, strange time. The COVID-19 pandemic is unlike anything the state, country, and world has ever faced. As a result, we are all scrambling to adjust our lives to new restrictions, which are constantly changing. Because the virus is mainly spread...
Sleep is a basic human function that plays an important role in our brain function and overall health. Unfortunately, up to 70 million people in the US have a chronic sleep disorder that impacts daily functioning and health1. Good sleep is a combination of how...
What is Radiofrequency Ablation used for? Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is used to treat facet-mediated pain or facet syndrome. What is a facet joint? The facets are paired joints on each side of the spine from the cervical (neck) to the lumbar (low back) region. Like any...
As more and more people are turning away from pharmaceutical treatments for musculoskeletal pain, interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is on the rise. One of the most common types of TCM used for treating pain is acupuncture. Although acupuncture originated in China thousands of...