The safety and health of our patients have always been important to the Spine Practice, and the current COVID-19 crisis has brought day-to-day actions for each of us into particular focus. What We are Doing The Spine Practice is continually monitoring advice and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health […]
Learn MoreSmoking and Back Pain
Smoking and back pain are not often thought of as related. Most people are aware of the health risks of smoking. Cigarette smoking damages your lungs, heart, and circulatory system and can lead to cancer, heart attack, stroke, and other diseases. But did you know that smoking can also impact your spine health? According to […]
Learn MoreHyperhidrosis or Excessive Sweating
Sweating is normal when you are active, hot, or even anxious. Excessive sweating for no apparent reason, however, is a medical condition referred to as hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis can be embarrassing and even socially debilitating. Excessive sweating can affect specific areas, such as hands, feet, and armpits. This is called focal hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating that is […]
Learn MoreHead and Neck Injuries in Winter Sports
Written by Dr. David Geier, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine With the growth of the X Games, winter “extreme” sports like freestyle skiing and snowboarding are as popular as ever. These sports send athletes far into the air and down the slopes and ramps at tremendous speeds. Injuries, especially concussions and other traumatic brain […]
Learn MoreDr. J. Patrick Johnson Participates in “Next Generation” Robotic Spine Surgery
Dr. Terrence Kim, Cedars-Sinai see robotic spine surgery as the way of the future (From Becker’s Hospital Review) The Cedars-Sinai Spine Center in Los Angeles recently purchased a Mazor X Stealth Edition and completed its first spine procedure with the device Dec. 16. Three spine surgeons — Terrence Kim, MD, J. Patrick Johnson, MD, and […]
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