Sufferers of a heniated disc who may need a fusion have a new alternative: the artificial cervical disc. This spinal surgery, which is performed by Dr. Matthew Mayr, generally requires a one-night stay in the hospital and is intended to decrease pain in the long term. Dr. Mayr performs this procedure HCA Virginia’s Orthopaedic Hospital at Henrico Doctors’ Hospita in Richmond, Virginia: henricodoctors.com . HCA Virginia’s HealthBreak Putting You First.
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Herniated Disc Sufferers May Benefit from Artificial Cervical Disc Spinal Surgery instead of Fusion
Aug 15
I have flat feet, which results in back/foot/leg pain and fatigue after standing still for long periods of time. I do have orthotic inserts for my shoes, but that doesn’t stop the pain.
What kind of medication could I talk to my doctor about regarding such an issue? Something that can relieve or possibly numb the pain but keep me coherent during extended periods of standing still? (like orthodox church services for example, which can last as long as 6 hours during the week of easter)
Gators kicker Caleb Sturgis being careful in rehab from back injury
Leading up to Florida’s game against Alabama last season, Caleb Sturgis’ nights were filled with excruciating physical pain. But the mental anguish might have been just as hard as the constant back pain for the Gators’ senior kicker.
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