New Techniques in Endoscopic Surgery
A better way to perform back surgery Any time a surgeon can avoid cutting into muscles and making large incisions, it creates a better way to treat a back problem. And that’s the philosophy of the doctors at the Southeastern Spine Institute. When they can avoid extensive back surgery, they do — with pleasure. Endoscopic […]
Ambulatory Surgery Centers: Pros and Cons
A hospital stay is no longer required for back surgery in Charleston. It used to be that when you needed surgery, including back surgery in Charleston, you had to go to the hospital. That’s no longer the case. In fact, the number of medical procedures performed outside hospitals has tripled since the 1980s. More and […]
Avoid Scarring with Minimally Invasive Surgery
New back surgery techniques help prevent scarring. Frank had a slipped disc in the fall of 1960, and his doctor recommended surgery to eliminate the pain caused by the spinal material rubbing on the nerves in Frank’s back. The back surgery techniques used were highly invasive, leaving Frank debilitated for nearly half the year. After […]
Does Health Insurance Cover Back Surgery?
Your spine doctors at the Southeastern Spine Institute (SSI) rely on a host of treatment options and less invasive procedures to treat back pain before resorting to surgery. But if surgery is your last resort, the last thing you need to worry about is how to pay for it. The cost of a typical back […]
4 Reasons Why Same Day Surgery Is a Smart Idea
The advantages of outpatient Charleston back surgery First, let’s define what “same day surgery” is and what it isn’t. Same day surgery is an outpatient procedure, meaning you go in for the surgery, recover under the watchful eyes of professionals and then return home to complete your recuperation. Same day surgery doesn’t mean a surprise […]
The Effects of Postponing Back Surgery
How to tell if you really need back surgery Not everyone needs back surgery in Charleston. The spine specialists at the Southeastern Spine Institute understand this very well. In fact, they practice conservative spinal medicine, only resorting to surgery when nothing else works. At the same time, if you are experiencing back, arm or leg […]
Healing from Back Surgery as You Age
Expect to take a little longer to recover after back surgery. When you receive a diagnosis, you may wonder first if you need surgery to correct the problem that’s causing your back pain. Be assured that the spine doctors at the Southeastern Spine Institute resort to surgery as a last resort. There are conditions, however, […]
Back Surgery Rehab Makes All the Difference
Getting you back to your normal life as quickly as possible In the world of spinal medicine, surgery often is the last resort. But when you’ve run out of other options, the spine specialists at the Southeastern Spine Institute usually can perform surgery with a minimal incision. Then it’s up to you to complete your […]
10 Tips to Save Your Back While Gardening
Avoid back pain with these back-saving suggestions The warm outdoors is calling. Spring in Charleston is a fine time to head out and plant flowers and vegetables, trim the lawn and beautify your home’s landscape. But if you’ve been sitting on the couch all winter or haven’t been bending and twisting at the gym on […]
How to Vet Your Trainer for Back Care
Keep your back exercises from introducing new back pain. A regular exercise program provides many health benefits, including fit muscles, healthier organs and stronger bones. But while working with a personal trainer has distinct advantages, you should take the time to check into his background before doing any recommended back exercises. Unknowingly, your trainer can […]