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When Is BOTOX® Right for My Migraine Headaches?

Date: 08.24.2021

What is Botox? While Botox can be used for cosmetic reasons such as reducing wrinkles, it can also be used to help patients who suffer from chronic, sometimes debilitating headache disorders. In 2010, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of onabotulinumtoxin-A (Botox-A) injection therapy to effectively help reduce...

BOTOX® for Migraines: What to Expect

Date: 07.19.2021

Many people are unaware that the benefits of BOTOX® treatment go well beyond smoothing out forehead wrinkles. For over a decade BOTOX® has been an approved and highly effective treatment option for relieving severe paroxysmal headaches, better known as migraines. If you’re suffering debilitating, recurring migraines that disrupt your life, it’s...

How to Recover From Orthopedic Surgery

Date: 06.26.2021

In previous months we’ve covered what to expect from your hip replacement surgery and knee replacement surgery. We’ve offered many helpful tips on how to prepare for your upcoming surgery, a high-level overview of what each procedure entails, and a brief discussion about recovery. Recovery is every bit as important as...

What to Expect From Hip Replacement Surgery

Date: 05.25.2021

If you’re experiencing hip pain that doesn’t seem to respond to medication and makes everyday activities such as getting dressed in the morning, standing from a seated position, or walking a challenge, it may be time to consider hip replacement surgery. Continue reading to learn more about what to expect...

Knee Replacement Surgery: What Can You Expect?

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Date: 04.30.2021

Knee replacement is one of the most commonly recommended orthopedic procedures yet, so patients put off this surgery due to concerns or fear about what to expect. If you’re considering knee replacement surgery, continue reading so we can help put your mind at ease. What to Expect: Knee Replacement Prior to...

What Is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and What Are the Benefits?

Date: 03.05.2021

Minimally invasive laser spine surgery is a commonly practiced procedure, but many people don’t know what it entails. If you’re a candidate for spinal surgery or you know someone who is, you owe it to yourself to understand this procedure and the benefits it offers. What You Should Know About Laser...

Mazor X Robotic Spine Surgery vs. MAKO Robotic Surgery

Date: 02.09.2021

Robot-assisted surgery is becoming increasingly popular among spinal surgeons for a number of reasons. Better visualization, a smaller surgical field, and faster recovery time are just a few of the benefits that make the Mazor X™ and MAKO systems a popular choice among healthcare specialists. Continue reading to learn more...

3 Benefits of the Mazor X Robotic Spine Surgery

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Date: 01.20.2021

Advances in technology have changed the way spinal surgeons address a variety of spinal conditions and injuries. A host of minimally invasive surgical procedures that minimize risk, shorten recovery time, and help to avoid potential surprises in the operating room are now at your disposal. However, are these procedures worth the...

What Is Mazor X Robotic Spine Surgery?

Date: 12.07.2020

Even in the hands of the most capable, experienced spinal surgeons, the risks associated with spinal surgery and the recovery time needed to heal properly drive many surgeons to utilize robotic technology that will help them to plan more effectively, make smaller incisions, and foster a faster recovery time. This...

Returning to Physical Activity After Orthopedic Surgery

Date: 11.30.2020

If you’ve just undergone orthopedic surgery, you may be wondering how to get back in shape and on with your life. Continue reading to learn more. Getting Back In Shape After Surgery Patience Is Key While you might be itching to return to your previous lifestyle and activities before the injury...