by OCPBC | Mar 22, 2018 | Doctor, Orthopedic Care, Spine Surgery
What’s a “slipped” or herniated disc? Before we dive in, let’s clarify what a disc is. It is not, as many people think, a bone in your spine, and rather it’s a protective layer in between the bones in your spine. It’s a disc-like layer that acts as a cushion between...
by OCPBC | Nov 7, 2017 | Spine Surgery
A fracture caused by Osteoporosis can lead to excruciating pain and can be devastating to a patient’s mentality. With Kyphoplasty, a surgery used to repair an osteoporotic fracture, OCPBC’s Dr. D’Ariano and Dr. Billinghurst can confidently offer pain relief and stabilization of the spine.
by OCPBC | Oct 28, 2016 | Spine Surgery
Do you suffer from persistent lower back pain? If you have tried non-surgical methods like physical therapy with no result, it may be time to consult with your doctor about a surgical procedure such as spinal fusion surgery. Here are some things to consider: What is...
