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When chronic back pain patients visit Dr. Mark Giovanini at NeuroMicroSpine, they often ask how their condition will be effectively evaluated and diagnosed. There is no singular way of diagnosing chronic back pain because this type of pain can derive from many causes, including a degenerative disease, injury, overuse, old age, and much more. Having said that, the team at NeuroMicroSpine wants every patient to come into their appointment prepared so there’s little confusion about what’s taking place.

So, here’s what you can expect during your appointment with Dr. Giovanini: in order...

Spine Study Examines Degeneration After Fusion Surgery For Scoliosis

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A study published in the medical journal Spinal Deformity examined the rate of disc degeneration in patients who underwent a spinal fusion for their adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
The study compared results immediately after surgery and 10 years after spinal surgery to determine the level of degeneration in the spine.
Dr. Mark Giovanini of NeuroMicroSpine explains what researchers found during the study.

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a condition that causes an abnormal curve in...

Neck Pain? Posterior Cervical Microdecompression May Be The Answer!

There are several ways patients can treat their chronic neck pain. The first, and most common, is through conservative therapies, such as rest, ice, over-the-counter pain relievers, and physical therapy. However, as we have mentioned in the past, there is only so much conservative therapy can do to alleviate neck pain. In fact, it’s imperative patients seek medical care if their pain is interfering with their quality of life. These signs and symptoms could indicate a serious health problem, like a disc herniation, spinal stenosis, or a pinched nerve.

That’s where Dr. Mark...