Fact Sheets

Sciatica
A term for pain that begins in the lower back or the buttocks and radiates down one leg due to compression of the sciatic nerve
Artificial Disk Replacement Surgery
Artificial disk replacement surgery replaces damaged spinal discs with manufactured discs. Learn more about this procedure.
Spinal Tumors
Spinal tumors are benign or cancerous tissue growths in or surrounding the spine.
Spinal Stenosis
A condition that occurs when age-related spinal changes lead to compression of the nerves in the back.
Hip Fracture
A hip fracture is a break in the upper part of the thigh bone at the hip. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Meningiomas
Meningiomas are tumors commonly found in the membranes surrounding the brain and the spinal cord. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Geriatric Hip Fractures
Hip fractures occur when a trauma or fall causes a hairline break in the upper quarter of the thighbone. Learn about symptoms and treatment, especially in the elderly.
Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
Sacroiliac joint fusion is a minimally invasive procedure, done under image guidance, to place titanium implants across the sacroiliac joint for stability.
Spinal Deformity
Spinal deformities are abnormal alignments or curves in the bony vertebral column that forms the spine. Learn about causes and treatment.
Rib Fracture (Broken Rib)
A rib fracture is a painful crack or actual break in a rib. Learn about symptoms and treatment.