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 […]
Learn MoreAndy the Dachshund Walks thanks to 3D-assisted Surgery
When Loraine Young discovered that her beloved dachshund, Andy, could not get out of bed, she knew that something was wrong. Her typically energetic dog began dragging his legs behind him, unable to walk. She took Andy to Saint Francis Veterinary Center and discovered that he needed emergency spine surgery. Andy was suffering from a […]
Learn MoreDr. Johnson Interviewed on Dr. Phil’s Phil in the Blanks
Be sure and listen to our own Dr. J. Patrick Johnson, appearing on the most recent episode of Dr. Phil McGraw’s Phil In the Blank podcast. From Phil In the Blanks: Dr. Phil brings a special “Back To School” podcast with renowned neurosurgeon and concussion expert Dr. J. Patrick Johnson. He talks about how medicine […]
Learn MoreThe Aging Spine and Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease As we age the rubbery discs that normally act as shock absorbers between vertebrae begin to wear and lose their flexibility. Our discs also lose fluid leading to a loss of height. Osteoporosis can cause bones to lose mass and become brittle. Combined with years of repeated daily stresses, the damage can […]
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