What is spinal cord stimulation, and how does it work? Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) involves a minimally invasive procedure during which electrical leads are placed in the posterior epidural space (the area between the vertebral canal and the spinal cord) to stimulate the dorsal columns (the...
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...
By Rishi Vora DO and Susan Sorosky MD The facet joints are located throughout the spine and are a common source of neck and back pain. Where are these joints? What is facet syndrome? How do I know if my spine pain is coming from a...
Rishi Vora DO and Susan Sorosky MD Recent trends in the legalization of recreational marijuana and the increased marketing of Cannabidiol (CBD) containing products have led to these products garnering attention as possible pain treatments. Proponents of these products promote their pain relieving properties as well...
If you are an adult in the United States, chances are that you are spending more than 10 hours per day staring at a screen. This includes the time we spend each day focused on our smartphones, computers, tablets and in front of the television....