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What is an XLIF or Direct Lateral Fusion?

Posted on 2nd April 2014 in Blog, Newsletter

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A Direct Lateral Fusion, also known as eXtreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) is a type of spine surgery that approaches from the side, rather than the back. XLIF is a type of Minimally Invasive...

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What are Stem Cells?

Posted on 2nd March 2014 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

Stem cells are types of cells that have the potential to develop into other, specialized cells. There are two main sources of stem cells: embryonic and adult. The area of stem cells continues to...

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What should I expect after spinal fusion?

Posted on 4th February 2014 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

What should I expect after spinal fusion?

If a spinal fusion has been recommended for you, then you may be wondering what to expect following your surgery. Planning for your post-operative recovery is crucial to the success of the procedure. Each...

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What is Laser Spine Surgery?

Posted on 3rd January 2014 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

Laser spine surgery is a type of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS). The aim of this surgery is to minimize post-surgical pain and have you return to your normal activities as soon as possible....

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I had spinal surgery before but I’m not getting better. What should I do?

Posted on 1st December 2013 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

I had spinal surgery before but I’m not getting better. What should I do?

There are many reasons why your symptoms may not seem to be getting better after spinal surgery. Your spine is a highly complex structure and surgery for the spine may also be highly detailed...

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Revision Spinal Surgery

Posted on 5th November 2013 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

If you have had spinal surgery but your symptoms have not improved, or if they have returned, then you may have a condition that requires a second surgery. This is called revision spinal surgery....

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Getting a Second Opinion in Spine Surgery

Posted on 24th October 2013 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

Getting a Second Opinion in Spine Surgery

Making decisions about whether or not to have surgery on your spine can be difficult. Getting a second opinion can be very helpful in your decision making process and can allow you to make...

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Why Do I Have Back Pain?

Posted on 24th September 2013 in Blog, Newsletter

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by Dr. Kaushik Das

Back pain is a common, almost universal occurrence. Although almost everyone has experienced back pain at some point in their life; the type, intensity and nature of that pain can vary greatly. Back pain...

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