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Apr

The Impact of Technology on Neurosurgery: From Imaging to Surgical Robots

In recent years, robotics has become an essential part of surgical procedures, due to its exceptional level of precision. The first instance of robot technology being used in neurosurgery harkens back to 1985 when practitioners used an industrial robot to guide biopsy cannulas un...

07

Apr

The Role of Neurosurgery in Managing Severe and Complex Cases of Concussion

Concussions are a mild type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). While they are most often associated with hyperactive children and teenagers, they can affect adults as well. In fact, elderly patients (ages 75 and over) account for more hospitalizations and emergency room visits rela...

07

Apr

Sciatica and What Causes It

The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It extends from the lower back, though the buttocks and legs all the way down to the feet. Leg pains and discomfort in varying degrees are commonly traced back to this nerve and the condition is called Sciatica.It is important...

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Apr

Minimally Invasive Surgery Vs. Traditional

What is Minimally Invasive Surgery?Surgery for any condition, especially for treating neurological conditions, can mean a long recovery period. The more complex a surgery, the more is the recovery time. This is why a number of surgeons are now moving towards minimally invas...

07

Apr

The Types of Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a side-to-side curvature of the spine, usually developed in adolescence. This is not a disease. It simply means that a generally healthy individual has a spine that has curved. While its exact origins are unknown, the condition is more frequently found in females tha...

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Apr

Recovering After Neurosurgery

Recovery from neurosurgery might seem like a long, daunting road, but there are many ways you can help prepare yourself or a loved one for your time post-surgery. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you begin your preparation.How Long is Recovery?When you make the decision...

07

Apr

Yael’s Story

“This is my story, this is my song, praising my Savior all the day long; This is my story, this is my song, praising my Savior all the day long”.Thanks all!Thanks to God, The Hunt Foundation & Tom, our daughter's illness “Idiopathic Scoliosis&rdq...