Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces within the spine. The bony openings, or foramina, can narrow and compress the nerves that go through the spinal cord. Inflammation or compression of a spinal nerve is known as foraminal or...
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As people age, the incidence of neck or back pain increases. Often the pain is caused by a muscle strain or tension that will resolve on its own in a few days. Stretches, exercises, heat or ice therapy, and over-the-counter medications for pain...
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NEWS RELEASE: March 2021 Atlanta Brain and Spine Care announces the opening of a new office in Fayetteville. To better serve their patients in the Fayetteville and Fayette County area, Atlanta Brain and Spine Care announces the opening of a...
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Many people will suffer from sciatica at some point in their lives. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body, running from the lower spine behind each hip, and down the buttocks and legs to the feet. Sciatic pain occurs when there...
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NEWS RELEASE: January 2021 Atlanta Brain and Spine Care announces the relocation of our Newnan office. The new facility in Newnan is located at the Piedmont Medical Plaza II building. To better serve patients in Coweta County and the...
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News Release: October 2020 Atlanta Brain and Spine Care welcomes a new surgeon to the practice. Atlanta Brain and Spine Care announces the addition of a new surgeon to the practice. Dr. Michael F. Stiefel is a fellowship trained, board...
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NEWS RELEASE: OCTOBER 2020 Atlanta Brain and Spine Care announces the opening of a new office in Vinings. To better serve our patients in the Cobb County area, Atlanta Brain and Spine Care announces the opening of a new office in Vinings. ...
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Pain that begins in the neck and radiates down the arm to the fingers can range from annoying to debilitating. Some people may experience hand, arm, or shoulder weakness. Others may notice numbness and tingling down the arm or loss of sensation...
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Arthritis of the spine can lead to joint changes causing pain and inflammation. Damage to the facet joints can occur anywhere along the spine but is more common in the neck and low back. It usually becomes more of a problem as people age...
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Doctors recommend exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle. A general goal is to aim for 30 minutes of moderate physical exercise each day. This might include activities such as brisk walking, biking, or an exercise class at the...
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Artificial disc replacement is a surgical option that can be used to treat some types of degenerative disc disease. A disc is a pad between the vertebrae of the spinal column. It is round in shape, with a flat top and bottom. ...
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Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a neurological disorder that is sometimes misdiagnosed and may create a level of confusion for the patient. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke defines the condition as an...
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