Post-laminectomy syndrome treatment starts with finding the source of pain. Learn the options, from therapy and injections to endoscopic revision without fusion.
Category: Back Surgery Blog
What is the best treatment for chronic neck pain?
The best treatment for chronic neck pain depends on its cause. A spine surgeon explains home care, therapy, injections and when endoscopic surgery is considered.
Where can I get endoscopic spine surgery in Florida?
Endoscopic spine surgery is available in Southwest Florida through my Naples office. Learn what it treats, how it works, its limits, and how to start.
Should I get a second opinion on my spine MRI?
Yes, a second opinion on your spine MRI is often worth it when pain persists or surgery is proposed. A surgeon explains what to send and what to expect.
What is endoscopic decompression surgery for back pain?
Endoscopic decompression relieves pressure on a pinched spinal nerve through a small incision, with no fusion and no hardware. Learn who it helps and its limits.
How is discogenic back pain treated?
Discogenic back pain usually starts with conservative care. Learn what comes first, what to know about injections, and when endoscopic surgery without fusion fits.
Cervical Fusion Alternatives: Your Options for Neck Pain
Compare cervical fusion alternatives: nonsurgical care, disc replacement, decompression and endoscopic options, plus who qualifies and what to ask your surgeon.
Lumbar Radiculopathy Treatment: Options From Home Care to Surgery
Lumbar radiculopathy treatment explained: home care, therapy, medication, injections and when endoscopic surgery makes sense, plus red flags that need urgent care.
Spinal Fusion Surgery
What is a Spinal Fusion? Spinal fusion refers to a surgical procedure that connects two or more…
Spinal Fusion Alternatives | Read this Before Getting a Fusion!
Alternatives to Spinal Fusion Surgery Being diagnosed with a spine condition and then being prescribed a spinal fusion…
Toxic Annular Tears of the Lumbar Spine | Part 1-5
History and Complaints Toxic Annular Tears of the Lumbar Spine I’m Dr. Tony Mork, author, speaker, endoscopic spine…
Myths and Truths about Laser Spine Surgery
Myth #1- The laser is experimental for use in spine surgery This is simply not the case. The…
Facet Joint Vs Sacroiliac Pain
Facet Vs Sacroiliac Pain Today I would like to talk about the most important thing that influences the…
The Pros and Cons of Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Most important nerves operate from the spine, making it very vulnerable to open back surgery. Endoscopic Spine Surgery…
The Purpose Behind Spinal Surgery
Generally speaking, there are two primary objectives of a spine surgery. Fusion and/or Decompression. Spinal Fusion The goal…
What Does Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) Mean? Part 2
What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery for? To clarify that that “minimally invasive” can refer to fusion surgery…
What Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Is NOT
The term minimally invasive gets thrown around by doctors a lot. The “invasiveness” of a procedure typically is…
Five Conditions That Can Cause Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common conditions that patients seek medical consultation from a doctor for.…
What does Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) Mean?
The term, “minimally invasive” is so vague that it really means nothing. There is no definition of what…
Why Can't A Refill for My Pain Pills Be Called In ?
The reason that your doctor can’t call your refills into the pharmacy anymore is because the US FDA…










