Most everyone experiences back pain – and in most cases it resolves itself within a few weeks with the aid of rest, applying cold or heat, and perhaps an over-the-counter ibuprofen. However, there are times when back pain should be reason for concern and a visit to your physician. Such as: · If the pain…
Month: December 2017
What is a Fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon?
When you’re seeking an orthopedic spine surgeon, you want the best-of-the-best — and that means a surgeon with impeccable credentials who is fellowship-trained. Dr. Stephen Courtney is a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon who has dedicated his life to excellence in the field! What does it mean to be fellowship-trained? To be a spine surgeon,…
What is a Cervical Plate and Cage?
When undergoing spine surgery, you want a physician who is experienced and highly trained in the most state-of-the-art techniques to help ensure a positive outcome for years to come. In order to provide increased stability of the spine after surgery, Dr. Courtney may use cervical spine instrumentation such as: · Anterior cervical plates · Posterior…
