Table of Contents We are the top doctors for brain and spine surgery. The Spine Surgery Center: Long Island Neuroscience Specialists provides the highest standard of care for patients suffering from spinal disorders. Long Island Neuroscience Specialists utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach for the evaluation and management of spinal disorders.Our ServicesAt...
Read MoreTable of Contents Spinal surgery is a surgical procedure performed to treat health conditions that affect the area of the spine, which includes bones, nerves and other soft tissues. Spinal surgery can be performed on an outpatient basis or as an inpatient at a hospital or surgical center....
Read MoreTable of Contents Spine surgery is a safe and effective procedure in most cases. However, there are several factors that must be considered before undergoing surgery. These include the type of spine disorder being treated, the patient’s overall health and medical history, and the potential risks associated with...
Read MoreTable of Contents There are several reasons why a patient might choose to undergo spine surgery. One reason is that it can reduce pain and improve mobility by removing pressure on nerves or bones in the spine, which can cause damage over time. Another reason is that it...
Read MoreTable of Contents Spine surgery through the front of my neck? Let us explain… To treat neck pain and stiffness caused by herniated discs, your surgeon will perform a procedure called Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion. During this surgery you’ll be put under general anesthesia or...
Read MoreTable of Contents Spinal cord surgery is a serious procedure that can be performed to relieve pain in the neck, middle back or lower back. The doctor may perform one of three types of spinal cord surgery: laminectomy, discectomy and/or spinal fusion: A laminectomy removes part of the...
Read MoreTable of Contents A spine X-Ray is a test that uses low-dose radiation to take pictures of the bones in your back. It can be used to diagnose conditions such as spinal cord tumors, slipped discs, arthritis or fractures. In this article, we’ll explain what a spine X-ray is and...
Read MoreTable of Contents So, how safe is spine surgery? Spine surgery is a common procedure, with approximately 5 million people undergoing spinal surgery each year in the United States alone. The most common reason for spine surgery is to treat pain caused by disc or joint problems. Spine surgery...
Read MoreTable of Contents Nerve compression can be a debilitating condition that affects many people. While the cause is unknown, it can be treated with spine surgery to remove the nerve compression and restore normal nerve function. Treatment options include decompression surgery and fusion surgery. Decompression surgery removes the compressing tumor...
Read MoreTable of Contents Back pain is a common condition that affects more than 80% of adults at some point in their lives. In fact, the majority of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. The causes can vary widely: from arthritis to poor posture or...
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