A painful chronic condition, osteoarthritis breaks down the cartilage that exists between the bones and joints in the body. The longer this condition persists, the more you may feel swelling and stiffness in the area affected by cartilage breakdown. While this is something that eventually progresses and gets worse, the pain can be slowed down … Read more
Everyone gets back pain from time to time. You might cramp your muscle if you lift something too heavy. You might feel sore after standing all day. Or, you might have a serious spine injury that needs to be addressed ASAP. Back pain comes in many shapes and forms, so it’s more important to ever … Read more
Herniated discs can present with a range of symptoms. In fact, some people don’t even know they have one. That being said, the condition can also be incredibly painful in some cases, and treatment is an important part of giving those patients their lives back. Typically, pain management and physical therapy are enough to relieve … Read more
If you are faced with chronic back pain or sudden spinal issues due to a traumatic injury, you need an intensive treatment plan to help decrease your discomfort and get you back on your feet. At Yashar Neurosurgery, many of our patients are worried about the idea of having spine surgery in Los Angeles. Fortunately, … Read more
The truth is that modern life isn’t particularly great for our bodies. We’re more likely than ever to sit too much, maintain poor posture, carry extra weight, and consume an unbalanced diet. This affects your entire body, and your back is no exception. All of these behaviors combined over the years are what wears down … Read more
Everyone expects to have back issues as they age, but there are many daily activities that harm your back no matter how old you are. Aside from injury and trauma, certain physical actions can really affect the way your back feels. There are a lot of day-to-day behaviors that can lead to spine damage or … Read more
An astonishing number of Americans spend more than a third of their day sitting at a desk. It’s a horrible habit, enforced by sedentary work conditions, and it comes with a laundry list of consequences. It increases your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and deep vein thrombosis. You’re also more likely to gain weight … Read more
Car accidents are dangerous because they are unpredictable. Depending on the nature and severity of the accident, you may be faced with a number of different injuries. While some may be visible on the outside, others may be happening on the inside of your body. It can be hard to detect nerve damage after a … Read more
Many patients wonder: does it take long to recover from back surgery? The recovery time required after back surgery depends on the extent of the surgery and your surgeon’s recommendations. Ultimately, the only person that can give you anything close to a precise estimate is your neurosurgeon. That being said, we can establish a range. … Read more
While back pain is very common among adults, that doesn’t mean you should suffer through chronic back pain for the rest of your life. Figuring out why your back constantly hurts is the first step in figuring out the best treatment solution for your overall health and well-being. In this article, your local spine surgeon … Read more
