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Curious Connections – Metabolic Syndrome and Lower Back Pain

Many of my patients struggle with lower back pain. It’s one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention, and its causes can be complex. While we often focus on mechanical issues like herniated discs or spinal stenosis as a chief cause, there’s a mighty, often overlooked contributor lurking in the background: Metabolic Syndrome.…
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Spine Working Overtime: 5 Occupations with High Risk for Back Pain

As a spine surgeon with a wealth of experience in addressing a broad spectrum of back-related issues, from acute injuries to chronic degenerative conditions, I bring a unique perspective to the discussion. While many factors contribute to back pain, occupation can play a significant role. Certain professions, due to their inherent physical demands, repetitive movements,…
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Dr. Neel Anand is Named to the List of Brain Spine Research All-Stars for 2025

The All-Star lists include only the top 5% of hospitals and surgeons publishing leading-edge healthcare research. The Anand Spine Group is proud to announce Dr. Anand’s inclusion as one of the Brain Spine Research All-Stars for 2024-2025. This honor is in recognition of the quantity and quality of the orthopedic research authored and published by…
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The Silent Strain: How Stress Impacts Your Spine (And What You Can Do About It)

April is National Stress Awareness Month, and I see firsthand the profound impact stress can have on physical health, particularly the spine. While we often associate stress with mental and emotional wellbeing, its effects do indeed ripple through our bodies as well, manifesting in physical symptoms, frequently involving back and neck pain. The chronic experience…
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The Importance of Patient Outcomes in Spine Surgery

One of my most important goals as a spine surgeon is to help my spine surgery patients achieve the best possible outcomes. This means ensuring that the surgery successfully addresses their underlying medical condition and helping patients recover as quickly and fully as possible so they can get back to living the lives they love.…
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Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery: Who is the Ideal Candidate?

I frequently discuss treatment options for debilitating neck and back pain caused by a variety of spinal conditions, including degenerative disc disease (DDD). Artificial disc replacement (ADR) is a promising potential alternative to traditional spinal fusion surgery for DDD, but it’s crucial to understand that ADR isn’t necessarily suitable for everyone. In this blog, I’ll…
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Back Pain and Depression

Research shows a connection between depression and back pain, but help is available. Health research professionals have studied the connection ...
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The Benefits of Pilates For People with Back Pain

This low-impact exercise is high on muscle strengthening and posture alignment. Nearly 90 percent of American adults will experience at ...
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Debate in Medicine Is Good for Everyone

Though it can appear confusing to the public, scientific debate is critical to medical progress. AS I WRITE THIS, MORE than ...
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Herniated Spinal Discs, Explained

A bulging or slipped disc is a frequent cause of low back pain and neck pain. For people who suffer ...
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