Spondylolisthesis is a condition in which spine vertebrae slip out of place and usually occurs in the lower back. Spondylolisthesis can result from injury, a stress fracture, degenerative arthritis, or even a genetic weakness of the vertebrae. While a common cause in adults is degenerative arthritis, Spondylolisthesis is often found in young people who participate […]
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If you’re reading this, you probably have a flattened lordotic curve. Okay, no need to panic—yet. There is a natural curve at the cervical and lumbar regions of the spine that changes depending upon our posture and activities. When an activity is repeated often, however, this curve can become flattened and lead to pain and […]
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Treatment for your brain or spine tumor will depend on your tumor type and location, and your general health. Surgery If possible, you will have surgery to treat brain or spine tumors and help relieve symptoms. Surgery removes as much of the tumor as possible while not damaging healthy tissue. It is most successful when […]
Learn MoreJ. Patrick Johnson to Appear on Dr. Phil’s Phil In the Blank Podcast
Dr. Phil McGraw, the host of the popular Dr. Phil Show on CBS, launched his new podcast, Phil In the Blanks, in January of this year and our own Dr. J. Patrick Johnson will be featured in an upcoming episode. The Phil In the Blanks podcast covers a wide range of topics, and recent guests have […]
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