Traveling, Flying, and Your Spine
Travel can be one of the best parts of life. Family vacations, long-awaited getaways, or important business trips all create memories and momentum. At the same time, the process of getting from point A to point B is not always friendly to your spine. Long security lines, cramped seats, heavy bags, and hours of sitting can leave even a healthy back feeling stiff and sore.
What to Expect After Surgery to Correct Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis surgery is often performed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves, helping to reduce pain and restore function. While the procedure can bring significant relief, recovery takes time and proper care. Understanding what to expect after surgery helps patients feel more confident and better prepared for the healing process. As a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Jeremy Smith provides comprehensive care and guidance for every stage of spinal stenosis recovery, from the hospital stay to the return of full mobility.
How to Prepare for Spine Surgery Recovery
Preparing for spine surgery is more than just the day of the procedure—it’s about planning ahead for a smooth, successful recovery. From preparing your home and body to understanding pain management and physical therapy, taking the right steps can reduce complications and help you heal faster. As a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Jeremy Smith provides patients with the guidance they need to feel confident before and after surgery.
Understanding and Treating Flatback Syndrome
Flatback syndrome is a complex spinal deformity where the lower spine loses its natural curve, causing a person to feel pitched forward. This can lead to chronic pain and significantly impact quality of life.
What to Expect from Revision Spine Surgery: A Patient’s Guide
The decision to undergo a second or even third spine surgery can be difficult and filled with anxiety. Revision spine surgery is a procedure performed to correct or improve upon a previous spinal surgery.
Is Surgery the Only Option for My Cervical Kyphosis?
A diagnosis of cervical kyphosis, an abnormal forward curve in the neck, can bring many questions, chief among them being whether surgery is inevitable. For many patients, the answer is no—surgery is not the only option and is typically considered when non-surgical treatments have proven ineffective. As a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon, Dr. Jeremy Smith specializes in creating personalized treatment plans to restore spinal alignment and improve patients’ quality of life.
Pseudarthrosis Revisions – Addressing a Failed Spinal Fusion
Spinal fusion is a well-established procedure designed to stabilize the spine and relieve chronic pain by fusing two or more vertebrae. While most patients experience significant improvement, a complication known as pseudarthrosis—or “false joint”—can sometimes occur, leading to continued pain and instability.
Understanding Posterior Cervical Stabilization – A Fusion-Based Approach
Posterior cervical stabilization is a surgical fusion procedure used to correct spinal instability in the neck. This approach is recommended only when instability is present and non-surgical treatments have failed.
The Benefits of XLIF Surgery: A Minimally Invasive Solution for Spinal Conditions
Spinal conditions can cause debilitating pain, limiting mobility and reducing overall quality of life. For individuals suffering from degenerative disc disease, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, or other spinal issues, surgery may be necessary to restore function and alleviate discomfort.
Common Scoliosis Curvatures: Levoscoliosis vs. Dextroscoliosis and the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Levoscoliosis and dextroscoliosis are two types of scoliosis that affect the lumbar spine. Understanding their differences, causes, symptoms, and available treatment options is essential for effective management and improving quality of life.
