Laminectomy
Laminectomy Surgery in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is a Minimally Invasive Laminectomy? A laminectomy is a specialized spine surgery designed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots by removing part or all of the lamina. The laminae are the bony arches on vertebrae that protect the spinal cord and nerve roots. When these structures…
Artificial Disc Replacement
Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is an Artificial Disc Replacement? Our intervertebral discs are crucial to the performance of our spine. However, when damaged, these spinal discs can result in debilitating pain and adverse side effects. For damaged cervical or lumbar discs, an artificial disc replacement aims to…
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is Spondylolisthesis? Spondylolisthesis is a condition that occurs when one vertebra in the spine slides forward over the vertebra that sits beneath it. This vertebral slippage most commonly affects the lumbar spine (lower back), though it can also occur in the cervical (neck) or thoracic…
Thank You- Scoliosis Quiz
Thank You for Taking Our Scoliosis Quiz! Your spine health matters, and taking this scoliosis quiz is an important first step in determining if a spine evaluation is right for you.
Early detection for scoliosis allows for more treatment options, and many spinal conditions are most treatable when caught early. Your pain levels, functional symptoms, family history, and physical changes…
2-Minute Scoliosis Quiz
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Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a common spine condition affecting millions of Americans, with symptoms appearing as early as age 30. As we age, the cushioned, shock absorbing discs in our spine can lose their elasticity and water content, leading to…
Bulging Disc
Bulging Disc Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is a Bulging Disc? A bulging disc occurs when one of the 23 intervertebral discs in your spine extends beyond its normal boundaries between the vertebrae. Imagine pressing a water balloon between two books — eventually, the balloon bulges out at the sides. That’s similar to what happens when a…
Herniated Disc
Herniated Disc Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is a Herniated Disc? Your spinal discs are the cushions between your vertebrae that act as shock absorbers for your spine. Each disc has a tough outer layer (annulus) and a soft, gel-like center (nucleus). A herniated disc, also called a ruptured disc, or slipped disc occurs when the outer layer…
Spinal Deformities
Spinal Deformity Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What Are Spinal Deformities? Spinal deformities are conditions where the spine develops an abnormal curve or shape, deviating from its natural alignment. A healthy spine appears straight when viewed from the front and has a gentle S-curve when viewed from the side. When genetics, injury, disease, or…
Sciatica
Sciatica Treatment in New Jersey & New York
Request an Appointment What is Sciatica? If you're experiencing sharp, burning pain that starts in your lower back and travels down your leg, you might be suffering from sciatica - and you're not alone. Thousands of people throughout New Jersey, New York, and the world, deal with sciatic nerve pain every day.
Your sciatic nerve…