“Early Diagnosis of Spondylolisthesis” with Dr. Jason Lowenstein
In installment 3 of our series on spondylolisthesis and spondylolysis, Dr. Jason Lowenstein of The Advanced Spine Center and Atlantic Health discusses the vital importance of detecting spinal stress fractures early in young athletes and adolescents. Dr. Lowenstein, Director of Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity at Morristown Medical Center, explains how a series of increasingly sophisticated tests…
Spondylolisthesis vs. Spondylolysis with Dr. Jason Lowenstein
In this brief interview, Dr. Jason Lowenstein, Director of Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity for the Atlantic Health System, explains the difference between spondylolisthesis vs. spondylolysis to Bill Parisi, founder of the Parisi Speed School. Spondylolisthesis (aka, a slipped vertebra) and spondylolysis (aka, a fractured vertebra) are two conditions that tend to co-occur in pediatric athletes.…
Cheri Donnelly, Nationally Ranked Ice Skating Champion, Back on Ice After Scoliosis Surgery
Cheri Donnelly, a three-time national figure skating medalist, discovered the art of ice skating when she was just 11-years-old. A natural gymnast, Cheri had already mastered many complicated skills, including backflips, handsprings, and layouts, outside of the rink. Recruiting that same impeccable balance on the ice was merely a natural extension of the skills Cheri had been developing her…
Advanced Techniques Make Dr. Lowenstein a Leader in Spinal Surgery
Advanced Techniques and Experience Make Dr. Lowenstein a Leader in Spinal Disorder Treatment
Dr. Jason E. Lowenstein is a spine and scoliosis surgeon. He practices at The Advanced Spine Center, along with his partners Dr. Charles A. Gatto and Dr. George S. Naseef. He is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon, and serves as the director of Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity at Morristown…
Dr. Lowenstein’s minimally invasive approach creates better outcomes
Dr. Lowenstein’s minimally invasive approach creates better outcomes
Dr. Jason E. Lowenstein is a spine and scoliosis surgeon. He practices at The Advanced Spine Center, along with his partners Dr. Charles A. Gatto and Dr. George S. Naseef. He is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon, and serves as the director of Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity at Morristown Medical Center.
He has…
Spinal Alignment Issues: Scoliosis, Kyphosis, & Spinal Deformity
In this filmed lecture, Dr. Jason Lowenstein, Director of Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity at Morristown Medical Center, delivers a lecture on spinal deformities with a particular focus on scoliosis diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Lowenstein, founding member of The Advanced Spine Center, uses his spinal deformity expertise to educate patients and practitioners alike.
Are you concerned that your…
“Preventing Pediatric Spondylolisthesis” with Dr. Jason Lowenstein
In this short video interview, Dr. Jason Lowenstein, Director of Atlantic Health System's Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity Department, sits down with Bill Parisi, founder of the Parisi Speed School, to discuss a common form of spinal injury that affects pediatric athletes: spondylolisthesis. Also known as "spondies," spondylolisthesis affects 1 in 10 young athletes, particularly those who…
Diagnosing Back Pain with Dr. George S. Naseef
In this short interview, Dr. George S. Naseef—board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon—discusses the importance of properly diagnosing back pain and prioritizing a personalized approach to each patient's unique needs. Dr. George S. Naseef is a founding member of the Advanced Spine Center and the Vice-Chairman for the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Morristown Medical Center. An expert in…
Eliminate Your Leg Pain with Sciatica Surgery
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. Rely on this…
How Does a Chiropractor Treat Back Pain?
Back pain can hijack your life. Your every movement becomes a painful reminder that something isn’t quite right. You’ve researched your treatment options. And, of course, you want to find effective relief as quickly as possible.
Many people with back pain turn to a chiropractor. But, what exactly does a chiropractor do and how does it help? More specifically, what treatment modalities are used…