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Non-Surgical Options for Back Pain
If you have a persistent spine problem, it is recommended that you follow-up with a medical provider who can evaluate your condition and come up with a plan. However, most spine conditions are well managed non-surgically.
Tips to Reduce Golf Related Back Pain
Back pain in golfers is a common problem. Physician Assistant Cate Pandiscio explains how you can prevent many injuries by following these tips.
The Mechanics of Yard Work
Physician Assistant Rebecca Pelkola shares some tips for keeping your back safe while cleaning up your yard this spring.
Spinal Robotics at Twin Cities Spine Center
Dr. Eiman Shafa, a spine surgeon with Twin Cities Spine Center and Director of Spine Robotics at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, successfully performed the first minimally invasive TLIF, which is a type of less invasive spinal fusion, using Medtronic’s newest integrated spine robotic solution, with use of navigated interbody and Midas Rex™ high speed drills.