On the surface, scoliosis may seem like an annoying problem, but it can be more than just an inconvenience. With potential complications like heart damage, chronic back pain, and difficulty breathing, a scoliosis diagnosis can change the health trajectory of the patient’s life. If you were diagnosed when you were a child or know someone … Read more
They look innocent enough. They’re small and look similar to computer memory flash drives. But vaping pens aren’t safe. Doctors say teens are increasingly using them, however, seriously putting their health at risk and can possibly cause neurological problems. Vaping devices can use chemical oils, marijuana and other drugs and substances. Teens often underestimate the … Read more
Cracking your back may be an irresistible habit if you enjoy the satisfaction of relieving pain or pressure in your spine. All it takes is a simple twist to pop that area back into place. Sometimes, it can be painful if you align your body in the wrong way. Regardless of the mildness or severity … Read more
Your spine is a multifaceted part of your body’s makeup that is not only comprised of the bones themselves but also the nerves and muscles it surrounds. Aside from acting as a crucial component of the framework of your body, your spine is also often connected to common back injuries that most people do not … Read more
What is spinal stenosis? What can patients expect with this diagnosis? Are there treatment options? And, most importantly…does spinal stenosis go away? Living with a spine injury can cause complications to even the simplest daily tasks. If you’re dealing with undiagnosed symptoms, and you’re looking for a spinal stenosis specialist in Los Angeles, our professionals … Read more
Patients often choose to undergo a discectomy to correct areas of their spine that consistently cause pain. However, the relief from the pain is not always immediate as one would like since there can be some pain experienced following the discectomy and throughout the healing process. For that reason, it is extremely important to be … Read more
Investing in the most advanced and positively successful procedures is something we are passionate about at Yashar Neurosurgery. There are many reasons why surgery on the brain or spine may be required. Patients experiencing a lifetime of chronic back pain are often prone to such ailments as a herniated disc or leg pain because of … Read more
Taking care of your back is one of the most important things you can do for your body. Your health and comfortability depend on the flexibility of your spine. If you are starting to experience back problems, then you may be on a dangerous path to further complications. At the office of Dr. Yashar, your … Read more
Are you concerned about the possibility of developing flat back syndrome? There are several reasons why patients may present with flat backs, and there are ways to treat the affected area of your spine if this has been causing you severe pain. Discover the symptoms of flat back syndrome, what the diagnoses means for your … Read more
If you have been diagnosed with a severe back injury that will require spine surgery to repair the damage, you may be experiencing some stress about the operation. Feel confident about your surgery with our list of the best questions you can ask your spine surgeon when you go in for a pre-op checkup. Don’t … Read more
