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What is Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces inside the spine that puts pressure on the spinal cord or the nerves branching off it. The narrowing most often develops in the lumbar spine (lower back), though it can also occur in the cervical (neck) or thoracic (mid-back)…
Microdiscectomy Success Rate and Long-Term Outcomes For Your Recovery
According to recent research, microdiscectomy procedures are typically highly successful, with microdiscectomy success rates ranging from approximately 78%-95% after one to two years following surgery. However, a successful microdiscectomy outcome does not necessarily mean every symptom disappears completely.
A microdiscectomy removes disc material pressing on a spinal nerve. The procedure…
Dr. Jason Lowenstein Named a Top Spine Surgeon to Know in 2026 by Becker’s Spine Review
The Advanced Spine Center’s Dr. Jason E. Lowenstein has been recognized by Becker’s Spine Review on their featured list of top spine surgeon leaders across the nation. Becker’s Spine Review is widely considered an authority for spine surgery news and industry analysis, and a spot on their national list highlights spine surgery specialists like Dr. Lowenstein who combine exceptional clinical…
Prevention & Relief for Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy
From the indescribable moments of hearing your baby’s heartbeat and seeing the first ultrasound to the moment you finally get to cuddle with your newborn, pregnancy is an exciting time. After all, you’re creating a new member of the family, a source of infinite and unconditional love.
Of course, pregnancy isn’t all baby showers and sifting through cute newborn outfits. Your body is going…
How to Deal With Back Pain After a Car Accident
Around 6 million car accidents occur across the US every year. As a result, about 3 million people sustain injuries. Another two million people develop lasting disabilities because of a crash.
If you’re experiencing back pain after a car accident, don’t wait to seek help. Even if you feel fine immediately after a collision, symptoms may develop hours or days later. The right treatment…
Lower Back Pain Causes: How To Find Relief When Sitting or Bending
If your lower back hurts after sitting at a desk, when you stand up from a chair, or as you bend to pick something up, the position or movement may be aggravating an underlying problem. Muscle strain, disc conditions, arthritis, and other spinal issues may contribute to these symptoms.
If your lower back hurts when you sit or bend, a few changes to how you move and position your body may…
How to Prepare for Spine Surgery in New Jersey
If you’re about to have spine surgery, chances are that you are a little worried about how everything will turn out. Knowing what to organize beforehand and how to prepare helps you approach your surgery with a clearer plan and realistic expectations.
Start with your appointments and medication instructions, then arrange transport and help at home. Your spine surgeon at The Advanced Spine…
How Long Does Artificial Disc Replacement Last?
Modern artificial discs are designed to function for many years, with some implants expected to last 20 years or longer. However, there is no fixed expiration date, and how long an artificial disc lasts depends on the implant, the treated spine, surgical technique and the patient's overall health.
Artificial disc replacement (ADR), also called total disc replacement or disc arthroplasty, is…
Revision Microdiscectomy vs Fusion for Recurrent Disc Herniation
A microdiscectomy can provide meaningful relief from leg pain, numbness, weakness, or sciatica caused by a herniated lumbar disc. However, a disc can herniate again after the initial surgery.
When that happens, the next step is not automatically another microdiscectomy or spinal fusion. The key question is whether the problem is mainly the recurrent disc or whether the spinal segment itself…
Sciatica Surgery: Treatment Options for Leg Pain Relief
People experience leg pain for a variety of reasons. When the pain originates in the lower back or hip and radiates into the leg, it may be due to sciatica. Symptoms of sciatica develop because of irritation or pressure that is applied to the sciatic nerve.
For many, sciatica goes away on its own or responds to conservative treatments. Sometimes, however, surgery may be necessary.
What is…