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Health and Wellness | August 25, 2025

Spinal Surgery Helps San Diego Man Avoid Paralysis After Beach Injury

Abhi Adappa and his family laugh on the beach after Abhi, 46, recovering from surgery following a severe neck injury.
After a severe neck injury in Hawaii, expert spine surgery at Scripps helped a San Diego man avoid paralysis and regain mobility.
Health and Wellness | August 25, 2025

Scripps Developing ‘Smart Shoulder’ Device to Improve Surgery

A man with graying hair sets up to serve in a tennis game.
Scripps researchers with help from NIH grant are developing a smart shoulder device to improve shoulder replacement and patient recovery.
Health and Wellness | August 25, 2025

Macular Degeneration: Causes, Types, Symptoms and Treatment

A woman with gray hair is blurred behind her eyeglasses that she's holding in front of her.
Learn about macular degeneration symptoms, age-related risk factors and treatment options to help protect and preserve your vision.
Health and Wellness | July 9, 2025

Scoliosis : Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

A woman sits at home reaching her arms overhead to stretch her back.
When the spine curves sideways, it's scoliosis. Early diagnosis and care with braces, therapy or surgery can help.
Health and Wellness | June 27, 2025

Is LASIK Eye Surgery Right for You? (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video featuring Dr. Krall discussing LASIK eye surgery.
Considering LASIK? Learn how this quick, safe surgery corrects vision and who's a good candidate, with insights from a Scripps expert.
Health and Wellness | June 16, 2025

What Is Hip Arthroscopy? (video/podcast)

Thumbnail for video podcast featuring Dr. Cinque, orthopedics, discussing hip arthroscopy surgery.
Discover how minimally invasive hip arthroscopy relieves pain, preserves mobility and helps active patients return to sports they love.
Health and Wellness | April 14, 2025

What Causes Eye Floaters?

A woman with eye floaters.
Eye floaters are usually harmless, but sudden changes could signal a serious issue. Learn the causes, symptoms and when to see a doctor.
Health and Wellness | February 25, 2025

Innovative Procedure Fixes Torn Rotator Cuffs

An older man with gray hair hits a tennis ball over the net.
Shoulder rotator cuff surgery now offers less invasive options like the balloon space implant, shortening recovery and improving outcomes.
Patient Stories | August 27, 2024

Clinical Expertise in Orthopedics

Scripps Clinic orthopedic surgeon Tianyi “Tim” Wang, MD, (left) treats complex knee issues and also conducts leading edge orthopedic research.
For decades, Scripps has been a leader in orthopedic care from research to treating hip, knee, spine and other musculoskeletal conditions.
Health and Wellness | March 7, 2024

When Is Cervical Spine Fusion Necessary?

Cervical spinal fusion connects two or more vertebrae to improve stability and reduce neck pain. Learn who needs it and how it's done.