We get questions regularly on how The Bonati Spine Institute is different from other "minimally invasive" surgery facilities. While some of our procedures may seem the same as those performed at other facilities, our tools and procedures were developed and patented by Dr. Bonati, and the techniques performed in our procedures are not available at any [...]
This article is excerpted from Harvard Men's Health Watch, Harvard Health Publishing at Harvard Medical School. Yoga is a gentle practice that is ideal for maintaining back strength and flexibility. It's also one of the more effective tools for helping reduce low back pain, the most common source of pain and disability among older adults. [...]
https://youtu.be/cx4bc5XVyD8 Pete's acute lower back pain started when he was just 19 years old. His only option, or so he thought, was open back fusion surgery. The likely success rate? 50/50. Thinking those odds were crazy, he waited another 17 years. When he returned to the surgeon to learn about new treatments, he was [...]
What is a Slipped Disc? There are 33 stacked, interlocking spinal vertebrae that make up the spinal column and house the spinal canal. Between each vertebra is an intervertebral disc that acts as a shock absorber and cushions the spine. It is the discs’ cushioning of the vertebrae that allows the spine to flex and bend [...]
This article is excerpted from a Shots NPR Health News article written by Michaeleen Doucleff on September 24, 2018. About a hundred years ago, something devious started happening in our homes and offices, in our cars and at restaurants — and our backs have never been the same. For hundreds — even thousands — of years, [...]
It's a new year, but it's your same spine. We're recapping four simple, yet important, tips from our blogs in 2018, to keep in mind all year long to care for your spine... and the rest of your body. #1 - Drink More Water We hear this all the time, from our general practitioner, to [...]
https://youtu.be/Om6a9kNJWTs Kosta B. of Las Vegas, NV has worked hard his entire life, but lower back pain that radiated down through his buttocks and leg was interrupting his life. He was no longer able to do simple things like shopping with his wife or playing with his grandchildren. He found temporary relief with acupuncture [...]
This time of year it's hard to say no to the holiday treats and big, multi-course meals. But there are good reasons to politely decline that second serving or walk past the dessert table. In addition to remaining healthy overall, there are foods that can contribute positively to your spine health. An eating plan that’s high [...]
This article is excerpted from Spine-Health.com, originally written by Louise Donahue on December 1, 2016. If you have chronic back pain or are recovering from back surgery, you may be wondering how you’re going to manage the holidays. The family togetherness is great, but all the events and obligations can make the season exhausting—and painful. [...]
This blog is excerpted from a Self article, originally written by Amy Marturana, C.P.T. on September 16, 2017. If you've ever tried to do a core workout and realized midway through that your back is feeling things it shouldn't be feeling, you're not alone. A strong core is important for supporting your whole body. From sitting upright in [...]
