Dr. Wiederholz is a leading expert in the field of minimally invasive spine treatments in Houston. Trained directly under Dr. Kevin Pauza, the inventor of the Discseel® Procedure, Dr. Wiederholz has been performing this innovative treatment since 2020, making him the first physician in Houston to do so. His direct training under Dr. Pauza has provided him with a deep understanding and mastery of the Discseel® Procedure, allowing him to offer his patients a safe and effective alternative to surgery for chronic back and neck pain. As a trailblazer in his field, Dr. Wiederholz is dedicated to providing his patients with the highest standard of care. His expertise and commitment to patient wellbeing have established him as the trusted choice for those seeking to avoid surgery and improve their quality of life. Choose Dr. Wiederholz, the Houston Discseel® Expert, for a successful return to a pain-free life..
The ultimate Guide to Spinal Disc Tears: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Welcome to our comprehensive guide on spinal disc tears. At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we specialize in providing valuable information on various spinal conditions and offering effective and innovative treatment options. In this article, we will delve into the topic of spinal disc…
At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we understand that a lumbar L5-S1 herniated disc can be a painful and debilitating condition. The L5-S1 disc is located at the bottom of the lumbar spine, and when it herniates, it can put pressure on the nearby nerves, causing back pain, numbness, and weakness in the legs and feet. In…
What is a Ruptured Disc? A ruptured disc, also known as a herniated disc or slipped disc, is a common spinal injury that can cause severe pain and discomfort. It occurs when the soft tissue inside the disc pushes through the outer layer and irritates nearby nerves. This can cause a range of symptoms, including back pain, leg…
At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine, we offer a cutting-edge treatment known as the Discseel® Procedure. This innovative procedure aims to address chronic neck pain and back pain by sealing tears or holes in spinal discs, preventing further leakage and promoting healing. In this article, we’ll explore the Discseel® Procedure in-depth, discussing how it works and its potential benefits compared to…
As you age, you’re increasingly likely to be affected by osteoarthritis (OA). This type of arthritis is the most common in adults in the United States, causing deterioration in your bones and joints. OA can cause damage to the bones and joints in your spine and may result in spinal conditions like spinal stenosis. May is…
Chronic low back pain is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people around the world. For many, the pain can be so severe that it prevents them from doing everyday tasks like walking, sitting, and sleeping. The cause of chronic low back pain can vary, but usually it is due to an injury that has resulted…
Sciatica pain is caused by irritation and inflammation in your sciatic nerve path. Your sciatic nerve reaches from your lower back, through your buttocks, and down both of your legs. You’ll typically experience sciatica symptoms of pain, numbness, and tingling down just one side of your body. Dr. Suzanne Manzi and Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, the interventional pain management…
To fully understand the difference among the three phases of exercises we must first define each phase. Endurance is defined as a group of muscles that can generate sub-maximal force over a sustain amount of time or through repeated movements. Strength is defined as the ability of specific groups of muscle that producesmax force to…