Accident-Related Spinal Fractures: When Is Surgery Necessary?
Spinal fractures caused by accidents can feel physically and emotionally overwhelming. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, approximately 17,900 new spinal cord injuries occur annually in the U.S., with vehicle accidents a leading cause. It significantly impacts your mobility and overall quality of life, whether from a car crash, a fall, or […]
Signs You Should See a Spinal Surgeon After Motor Accident
A car collision can increase your chances of experiencing physical and mental health issues. During a motor vehicle collision, you experience a change in momentum that causes fractures, broken bones, internal bleeding, and soft tissue injuries. You could also sustain serious spinal injuries that might go unnoticed. Seeing a spine surgeon immediately after an accident […]
Spine Specialist Approach to Car Accident Whiplash
A whiplash injury occurs when you are in an accident. Whiplash occurs when your head is forced to move backward and forward in a car accident. It can cause considerable damage to the cervical spine and other regions of the spinal cord. Someone who has been in a whiplash accident is likely to have additional […]
Reasons You May Have Side Back Pain After Car Accident
Most people in the United States and around the world have had to deal with back pain at some point in their lives. For some, it is simply a minor strain or pulled muscle as a result of improperly lifting a heavy object or moving in an unusual manner. This type of back pain usually […]
Why Is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Best Suited for Accident Injuries?
When you operate a motor vehicle, it is important to remember that you have control of something large that can cause great harm. Most drivers can go about their day, driving from one place to another without any issues. There are some instances when minor car accidents occur that usually do not cause any significant […]
Pros and Cons of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery After Auto Accidents
People drive on the streets and highways of New York daily to get from one place to another. Most drivers can arrive safely at their destinations and return home without incident. Other people, however, are involved in automobile accidents. In the best-case scenario for a car accident, the collision occurred at a very slow speed, […]
How to Deal with Back Pain After an Auto Accident Injury
When most people hear that they or someone they know has been in a car accident, their first thought is about the injuries sustained as a result of the collision. Many people will ask if everyone involved was OK or if there were any injuries. Being involved in an auto accident is stressful enough, but […]
Advantages of Having a Pain Management Doctor for Spine Condition
Whether you have sustained a severe injury that is causing pain, developed sudden, acute pain, or have been dealing with chronic pain caused by a medical condition, you are well aware of the debilitating effects of pain on the human body. If this pain is not managed or kept under control, it can easily and […]
Why You May Need an Immediate Consultation With a Spine Surgeon After an Auto Accident
Every day throughout the United States, car accidents occur. They are unexpected and range from minor fender benders to severe multi-car pile-ups. Those involved in auto accidents may sustain a wide array of injuries, including back, neck, and spinal cord injuries. As you would expect, these types of injuries may be quite severe, depending on […]
Coping With Chronic Pain After Auto Accident in New York
Individuals who have been involved in a car accident and sustained injuries often have to deal with chronic pain resulting from that event. Some patients do not seek medical treatment to treat the pain because they do not think their medical conditions are serious. This will inevitably lead to consistent chronic pain and reduced quality […]