Brain surgery is often seen as the most complex and rare type of operation. After all, the phrase “Hey, it’s not brain surgery!” is rooted in truth. With that being said, brain surgery is more common than people imagine, as thousands of Americans undergo precautionary and lifesaving procedures each and every day. This speaks to […]
How To Treat Sciatica
Sciatica, also referred to as sciatic nerve impingement, is a condition in which damage or impairment of the sciatic nerve causes pain and related symptoms in your body. Your sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in your body, and it’s formed by the union of five nerve roots in your lumbar spine. It runs from […]
The Benefits Of Artificial Disc Replacement
Like many bodily structures, your spinal discs are prone to degeneration over the years. Repetitive stress and physical trauma all serve to wear down these tough spinal discs, and if enough degeneration occurs, it can cause the discs or vertebrae to shift and compress some key structures. Physical therapy and regular exercise can help treat […]
Football and Brain Safety
High school football practices are underway, the Vikings are in the midst of their preseason schedule and the Gophers kick off their season a week from today. It’s clear that football is back, and while we hope that everyone has an injury-free season, we know that’s not going to be the case. Bruises, sprains and […]
