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Health and Wellness | March 8, 2024
What Are Common Types of Spine Surgery?
When surgery is necessary to fix a neck or back problem, the answer may be minimally invasive procedures. An infographic illustrates the most common procedures.
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.
Health and Wellness | August 18, 2023
On the Horizon: Rotator Cuff Repairs with Lab-grown Tissue
Rotator cuff injuries are common, especially as we age. Scripps researchers are studying a new way to fix injuries using lab-grown tendons.
Health and Wellness | April 17, 2023
New Knee Procedure Helps Athlete Overcome Torn ACL
A young athlete is active again thanks to BEAR, a new knee implant procedure to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament. Learn about BEAR.
Health and Wellness | November 23, 2022
Is Microdiscectomy Right for You?
Microdiscectomy is a type of spine surgery that can help relieve pain from a herniated lumbar disc. Learn how it works and when it's needed.
Health and Wellness | June 24, 2022
What Are the Different Types of Back Pain?
Learn the symptoms for sciatica, herniated disc and other back problems and how the type of back pain relates to an injury or condition.
Health and Wellness | May 24, 2022
What Are Common Causes of Back Pain?
Back pain can happen to anyone and is often but not always short lived. Learn the symptoms and when to see a spine specialist.
Health and Wellness | January 11, 2022
8 Tips to Alleviate Back Pain
Eight in 10 adults experience back pain. Exercise, proper posture and weight control can help alleviate back pain. Learn more ways.
Health and Wellness | November 19, 2021
How Serious Are Spine Compression Fractures?
A Scripps orthopedic surgeon explains how compression fracture of the spine is treated, including minimally invasive surgery.
Health and Wellness | August 23, 2021
New Scripps Encinitas Physical Rehabilitation Center Empowers Patients
Scripps’ new physical rehabilitation center in Encinitas is helping patients recover from debilitating injuries/illnesses.