Opioid Abuse – A Mini History Lesson
Starting in the 1980’s and 1990’s, doctor’s began to change their views regarding opioid use. Articles were published that stated the risk of addiction was […]
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05, 2017
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01, 2017
Melatonin Deficiency, Possible Link to Scoliosis
What if a melatonin deficiency is linked with scoliosis? Scientists may have found exciting news that may bring alternative treatments for scoliosis patients if there […]
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12, 2016
Will Spinal Surgery Change with 3D Printed Implants?
With the advancement of technology, 3D printed medical implants are increasingly more common. These individually printed implants are in use in joint reconstruction and now […]
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11, 2016
Can a Simple Blood Test Detect a Concussion?
I recently read in the Wall Street Journal that a biomedical company may have developed a simple blood test to detect a concussion.
This is […]
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10, 2016
The World vs Back Pain: A Discussion
The headline “How back pain took over the world” caught my attention as I was glancing over back related news. In the October issue of […]
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10, 2016
Dr. Paul Saiz to Present in Boston, MA
Lamellar 3D Titanium & Advances in Interbody Fusion Technologies
Thursday, October 27th • 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cocktail & H’Ordeurve Reception
Morton’s Boston Seaport Winter Garden Atrium
Two […]
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09, 2016
How Has Healthcare Changed because of Obamacare?
Historically, the physician-patient relationship has been a one-on-one interaction. The ultimate goal was to provide the best care possible. Over the past two […]
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08, 2016
If my butt hurts, is that pain from the back, hip, or SI joint?
During my training (residency and fellowships), learning how to tell apart low back pain (LBP) from butt pain, hip pain, or sacroiliac (SI) pain is […]
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07, 2016
“Why do I feel like I have tight leg muscles when my back hurts?”
Ironically, as a doctor who takes care of low back problems, I too have low back pain (LBP). Unfortunately, my bottom shock absorber (L5-S1 disc) […]
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07, 2016
Does Running Place My Back at Risk for Pain?
Many Americans exercise routinely by running. Running is a great way to burn calories, exercise the heart, and relax the mind. I recently have […]