What Is Cervical Spinal Fusion and Why You Should Consider Alternatives? Written by Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD — Quadruple Board Certified Spine & Pain Specialist Quick Insights Cervical spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that joins two or more neck vertebrae together, eliminating motion. While it stabilizes the spine, it can significantly restrict movement and…
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Alternatives to Neck Fusion Surgery: A Physician’s Evidence-Based Guide By Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD, Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Sports Medicine, and Anti-Aging, Regenerative & Functional Medicine Quick Insights Alternatives to neck fusion surgery are treatment options that address chronic neck pain by targeting spinal disc problems without fusing the bones.…
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Cervical Myelopathy: A Spine Specialist’s Guide to Non-Surgical Recovery Written by Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD, FAAPMR, RMSK, DABPMR, DABPM, DABSM – Quadruple Board-Certified Leader in Non-Surgical Spine Care Quick Insights What is cervical myelopathy? It is spinal cord dysfunction in your neck, usually from compression, causing progressive nerve problems. Untreated, it can lead to lasting…
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How Cervical Spondylosis Develops: A Physician’s Evidence-Based Explanation By Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD, Quadruple Board-Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine, Sports Medicine, and Regenerative & Functional Medicine Quick Insights What is cervical spondylosis? It’s a form of neck arthritis caused by wear-and-tear in the cervical spine, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.…
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At Performance Pain and Sports Medicine we recommend the use of prescription pain relief patches to help manage your pain at home. A lidocaine patch is a prescription medication that is applied to the skin to reduce pain and discomfort. The prescription lidocaine patch is used to treat a variety of conditions, including the relief of muscle pain, nerve pain, and…
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No, the lidocaine patch is not a narcotic. However, the more correct question to ask would be is the lidocaine patch an opioid? and again the short answer is no they are not an opioid. Follow Dr. Manzi’s Pain Diaries channel on YouTube for up to date cutting edge pain relief information: Understanding Lidocaine Patches…
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Lidocaine patches are a popular choice for managing localized pain and discomfort. While these patches can be effective in providing relief, it’s important to be aware of potential side effects that may arise from their use. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the various side effects and offer insights on how to mitigate them…
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Written by Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD, Quadruple Board-Certified in Pain Medicine, PM&R, Sports & Regenerative Medicine Quick Insights Cervical radiculopathy is a pinched nerve in the neck, caused by pressure on nerve roots. This can lead to sudden pain, numbness, or weakness down the arm. Immediate expert evaluation is essential to prevent long-term nerve injury…
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Annular Tear in Neck: How Cervical Discs Get Damaged Written by Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD – Quadruple Board Certified, Founder, Performance Pain & Sports Medicine Quick Insights An annular tear in neck is a small rip in the tough, outer layer of a cervical disc, often caused by wear-and-tear or sudden injury. This disrupts disc function and…
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Best Approaches to Neck Pain Relief: A Physician’s Evidence-Based Approach Written by Dr. Matthias Wiederholz, MD, Quadruple Board Certified Pain & Spine Specialist Quick Insights Neck pain relief means reducing discomfort in the neck caused by injury, degeneration, or muscle strain. Effective relief uses evidence-based, non-surgical strategies to restore movement and function, preventing long-term disability…
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