Arthritis is a condition which causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which wears away the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear...
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Sciatica is a common neurological condition that affects up to 40% of people during their lifetime. The disorder is estimated to affect over 3 million Americans each year. Sciatica results when the sciatic nerve becomes compressed and...
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Vertebral fractures occur more frequently than people might think. The most common type of vertebral, or spinal, fracture is a compression fracture. These fractures are also called insufficiency fractures. The incidence of vertebral fractures...
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Low back pain is a common medical complaint. It’s estimated that 75%-80% of adults will suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives. According to the National Institutes of Health, low back pain is a leading cause of lost...
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Recovery after any type of surgery requires rest, avoidance of strenuous activities, and taking things easy so the body can heal properly. A common pitfall can be trying to do too much too soon. It’s important to follow all of the...
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Atlanta Brain and Spine Care is pleased to welcome Dr. Jun Kim to the practice. He is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Kim completed his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and received his medical degree from Temple University...
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Spinal discs are the rubbery cushions between each of the vertebrae. Discs act as shock absorbers for the spine, allowing it to move, bend, or twist. They are composed of a tough outer portion, called the annulus fibrosus, and a soft...
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Atlanta Brain and Spine Care is pleased to announce that five of our neurosurgeons have been selected to the Atlanta Magazine 2026 Top Doctors list. The publication has named neurosurgeons David M. Benglis, Jr., Roger H. Frankel, Mena G...
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Discectomy is surgery to remove all or part of a herniated disc that hasn’t responded well after other types of treatment. These surgeries are most often performed in the neck or low back. Depending on the circumstances, discectomy may be...
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Discectomy is a surgery to remove all or part of a herniated disc that hasn’t responded well to nonsurgical treatment. The discs are the rubbery structures that separate and provide cushioning between the spinal vertebrae. A herniation occurs...
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A laminectomy is a surgical procedure that is done to reduce pressure on the spinal cord or spinal nerves. The pressure is usually caused by spinal stenosis, although pressure may also be due to herniated disc material, bone spurs from...
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A laminectomy is a common spinal surgery often performed to treat spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the space within the spinal canal. Laminectomy surgery relieves pressure on the spinal cord and the spinal nerves, thus giving relief from certain...
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