If a surgeon has told you they want to see weight loss before surgery before scheduling your procedure, you may be wondering. It can be disappointing to learn that you…
Endoscopic spine surgery can be a great alternative to traditional back surgery because it comes with various benefits. But when is this procedure the right choice—and for whom? Read on…
For most people, back pain resolves within a few weeks or months. However, for 7 percent of sufferers, back pain becomes a chronic condition that can affect every aspect of daily life.
Have you been told you need a lumbar laminectomy? It’s a very common and generally safe type of spine surgery for treating lower back pain. Before you decide to undergo…
Occasional back pain is a widespread problem. Though it often will go away on its own, knowing when to see a doctor for back pain can be tricky. You might…
You might be familiar with sciatica as a back condition, but did you know you can also experience hip pain from sciatica? It’s actually very common—and can be somewhat confusing…
Is that pain a pulled-back muscle? Strains and sprains are common. Most can be treated at home, but some require a visit to the doctor. Learn more.
For some low back conditions, lumbar fusion can reduce or eliminate chronic pain. Learn who can benefit and what to expect after spine surgery.
Experiencing joint or back pain? Aren’t sure what to do? For many patients with joint or back pain, the first step in managing and alleviating their discomfort should be making…
Sciatica during pregnancy is a common condition in pregnant women. Learn more about sciatica pain during pregnancy and how OrthoIndy back doctors can help.
OrthoIndy pain management physician, Dr. Nicholas Jasper discusses best exercises for sciatica, sciatica treatment and stretches to relieve sciatica pain.
What is sciatica pain? Learn more about what causes sciatica and what sciatica pain treatments OrthoIndy uses and whether your back and hip pain is related.
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