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LATEST ARTICLES ( 193 )
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Where is the Thoracic Spine?
The thoracic spine is a region of the spine that is located in the middle back. It is located below the cervical spine and above the lumbar spine. It is compose... Read more
Posted on 07 April 2023 -
Symptoms of Thoracic Herniated Disc
Your mid back pain has been unrelenting since the accident. Rest, medications, and physical therapy have failed to provide significant or sustained benefits. Read more
Posted on 03 April 2023 -
Thoracic Spine Anatomy – Exploring Parts And Functions
What Is The Thoracic Spine? The thoracic spine refers to the section of the spinal column corresponding to the mid-back. It is between the cervical spine (neck... Read more
Posted on 26 March 2023 -
Top 5 Causes of Shoulder Blade Pain
The upper back or shoulder blade area can be a challenging area to identify what is causing the pain. Today let’s dive in and see what all could be responsible... Read more
Posted on 18 March 2023 -
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Complications
ACDF stands for Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. It is a surgical procedure used to treat cervical spine (neck) problems such as herniated disc,... Read more
Posted on 17 March 2023 -
What is a Cervical Disc?
There are 23 discs in the spine: 6 in the cervical region (neck), 12 in the thoracic region (middle back), and 5 in the lumbar region (lower back). The disc’s... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2023 -
Getting A Second Opinion After Surgery: Why Do You Need It?
Seeking a second opinion from another health provider isn’t that uncommon if surgery is recommended as a treatment option. After all, surgery is invasive,... Read more
Posted on 28 February 2023 -
Thoracic Spine MRI: What is It?
Are you getting an MRI of your thoracic spine? Get the help you need with the Centeno-Schultz Clinic. Learn what you need to know about this exam. What to expec... Read more
Posted on 21 February 2023 -
Thoracic Spine X-Ray: Diagnosing Spinal Conditions Diagnosed
Thoracic pain can be debilitating. There are many causes of thoracic pain which include disc, facet, costovertebral joint, ligament, and tendon injuries. An... Read more
Posted on 18 February 2023 -
The Cervical Anterior Longitudinal Ligament (ALL) Injuries: All You Need To...
Cervical Anterior Longitudinal Ligament (ALL) Injuries – What to Know Is chronic neck pain keeping you from enjoying daily life and activities? Read more
Posted on 15 February 2023 -
Facet Joint Injections for Spine Pain
Spinal pain can take your breath away and can arise from many different sources. What is a facet joint? What is the role of facet joints? Is a facet joint... Read more
Posted on 10 February 2023 -
How To Release A Pinched Nerve In The Shoulder
A pinched nerve in the shoulder occurs when a nerve is compressed or irritated anywhere along its path, from the nerve root where it emerges from the cervical... Read more
Posted on 09 February 2023 -
What is Thoracic Spine Pain? A Quick Start Guide
It was all a blur. While sitting at a red light, you were rear-ended. The pain was like a lightning bolt between your shoulder blades. Virtually any... Read more
Posted on 02 February 2023 -
A Guide On The Questions To Ask When Getting A Second Opinion
Whether you’ve been diagnosed with an illness or your doctor has recommended a specific treatment (such as surgery) to address a health concern, it’s perfectly... Read more
Posted on 23 January 2023 -
Degenerative Disc Disease Exercises
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a physiological breakdown of the intervertebral discs in the spine. Clinical studies have shown that disc degeneration, or th... Read more
Posted on 04 October 2022 -
How To Crack Your Lower Back Safely And Effectively – 9 Ways
“Cracking” the back is a safe and effective way to stretch the joints of the spine. This exercise also relieves pain and discomfort in the joints. Read more
Posted on 04 October 2022 -
New Interventional Orthopedics Atlas
Writing a textbook is an enormous undertaking. In creating a first of its kind, comprehensive textbook in Interventional Orthopedic Procedures, authors Williams... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2022 -
Shoulder Arthritis: All You Need To Know
The pain started as a small ache and now has progressed. You don’t recall any specific injury. Conservative care including rest, ice and heat have failed to... Read more
Posted on 28 March 2022 -
ACL Tear Treatment Without Surgery: Our New Publication!
It all happened so suddenly. You were running down the field and made a quick cut. You heard an audible pop followed by searing knee pain and then collapsed t... Read more
Posted on 07 March 2022 -
Pain in Left Side of Neck: Causes and Treatment Options
It started as a low grade ache and has now progressed to a constant burn. Conservative care and medications have failed. Why is there pain in the left side... Read more
Posted on 01 March 2022