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Welcome to our Education Center. Here you have access to all of our educational articles. Learn more about specific procedures, conditions, symptoms, and how SpineMed Specialists can help relieve your pain!
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) is one of the most common and potentially debilitating complications of diabetes. It is a type of nerve damage that specifically affects the peripheral nerves—those located outside the brain and spinal cord—most often in the feet...
Epidural Steroid Injection: What You Need to Know
An epidural steroid injection is a widely used, minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve pain caused by inflammation of the spinal nerves. This treatment involves injecting a corticosteroid—an anti-inflammatory medication—along with a local anesthetic directly...
Scoliosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Scoliosis is a condition in which the spine curves abnormally to the side, often forming a “C” or “S” shape rather than remaining straight. In addition to the sideways curve, the spine may also rotate, causing visible changes in posture and body alignment. This...
Cervical Disc Replacement: A Chronic Neck Pain Solution
Cervical disc replacement is a surgical procedure used at SpineMed Specialists to treat neck pain caused by a damaged or worn disc in the cervical spine (the neck). The cervical discs sit between the vertebrae and act as cushions, allowing the neck to move freely...
SI Fusion: When It’s Needed, How It Works, and Recovery
SI fusion is a neurosurgical treatment designed to relieve chronic pain caused by dysfunction of the sacroiliac (SI) joint. The SI joint connects the lower spine to the pelvis and plays a critical role in stabilizing the body and transferring weight and movement...
Intracept Procedure for Chronic Low Back Pain
Chronic low back pain is a widespread condition that can significantly impact mobility, productivity, and overall quality of life. The Intracept Procedure is a minimally invasive, FDA-cleared treatment developed to address a specific cause of chronic low back pain...
Sciatica Causes, Symptoms, and How to Find Relief
Sciatica is a painful condition caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve—the longest and thickest nerve in the body. This nerve originates in the lower spine, travels through the hips and buttocks, and extends down each leg. When something compresses...
How Pain Management Can Improve Quality of Life
Pain management is a specialized field of medicine dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, and treating various forms of pain. Pain itself is a complex and deeply personal experience — what may be a minor ache for one person can be debilitating for another. Whether...
Diabetic Foot Pain: How to Find Lasting Relief
Diabetic foot pain is a common complication of diabetes that affects many individuals, particularly those with poorly controlled blood sugar levels over time. This condition results from nerve damage, also known as diabetic neuropathy, which often occurs in the feet...