Category: Spine Surgery

Introducing Christopher Isaacs and Brian Ott

Introducing Christopher Isaacs and Brian Ott

CSD5 | May 15, 2012

Welcome to Christopher Isaacs and Brian Ott! Both Isaacs and Ott have joined the CSD as part of our Center for Sports and Orthopedics team. Isaac attended medical school at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine where he also completed his predoctoral fellowship, and is board certified through the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Ott [...]

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Preventing Back Pain While Traveling

Preventing Back Pain While Traveling

CSD5 | May 8, 2012

With Memorial Day just around the corner, and Summer Vacation right on its tails, long car rides are nearly inevitable. Keep in mind these 7 tips to keep your back pain as minimal as possible during your travels! 1. Cover Your Bases by Getting Comfortable Immediately. Whether you’re going to be driving or sitting in [...]

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AOSpine News Detail on CSD

AOSpine News Detail on CSD

CSD5 | May 1, 2012

AOSpine recently posted an article spotlighting Basem I. Awad’s experience with a clinical fellowship program at our own Center for Spine Disorders with Dr Michael Janssen. The article may be found below. AOSpine clinical fellowship programs actually provide great opportunities for budding spine surgeons to work in one of the world’s top spine centers and [...]

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6 Overlooked Remedies for Lower Back Pain

6 Overlooked Remedies for Lower Back Pain

CSD5 | April 24, 2012

If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from lower back pain, you know that there is often not one surefire treatment that cures the pain. The truth is that managing back pain is often a process of trial and error and you will likely have to try several options to see what [...]

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