by Desert Spine & Scoliosis Center | Aug 2, 2022 | Surgery
Did you know that your insurance can deny your back surgery if you smoke? We often have patients ask why we include smoking restrictions in our pre-surgery instructions, so we thought it was time to chat about what we have seen, and why some insurance companies have a...
by Desert Spine & Scoliosis Center | Aug 2, 2022 | Surgery
Few things are more frustrating than lower back pain for athletes. When you are used to being top of your game, a new ache or pain can be concerning. Chronic low back pain in athletes can be even more upsetting. You may wonder if your lower back pain will require...
by Desert Spine & Scoliosis Center | Aug 2, 2022 | Surgery
You have dealt with pain for long enough. Your doctor has recommended back surgery, and now it’s time to prepare. While it is most important that you follow your back surgeon’s recommendations for surgery prep, we have created this guide to help as well. One...
by Desert Spine & Scoliosis Center | Aug 2, 2022 | Neck and Back Pain
If you have been told that you need back fusion surgery, you probably have many questions. While we always recommend talking with your doctor about your concerns, we wanted to answer a few of the questions that we most commonly hear. How serious is back fusion...
by Desert Spine & Scoliosis Center | Aug 1, 2022 | Neck and Back Pain
If you are getting ready for back surgery, you likely have many questions. From what you should expect during the procedure, to things you can do to help prepare your body, surgeries can be complicated and a bit scary. We believe that the more information you have,...
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