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Spine Working Overtime: 5 Occupations with High Risk for Back Pain
By Neel Anand MD |
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,…
Read More Dr. Neel Anand is Named to the List of Brain Spine Research All-Stars for 2025
By Neel Anand MD |
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…
Read More The Silent Strain: How Stress Impacts Your Spine (And What You Can Do About It)
By Neel Anand MD |
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…
Read More The Importance of Patient Outcomes in Spine Surgery
By Neel Anand MD |
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.…
Read More Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery: Who is the Ideal Candidate?
By Neel Anand MD |
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…
Read More Avoiding Back Pain in 2025: A Spine Surgeon’s Guide
By Neel Anand MD |
Regarding New Year’s resolutions, I doubt that “avoiding back pain” is at the top of most people’s lists. It should be. As a spine surgeon, I see firsthand the debilitating effects back pain can have on nearly every aspect of people’s lives. My role is not just to perform surgeries, but also to educate and…
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4 Non-Invasive Back Pain Treatment Options YOU Can Employ TODAY
By Neel Anand MD |
When it comes to back pain, there can be some very polarizing opinions from the public and the medical community ...
Read More It’s Time for You to Show Back Pain Who’s Boss
By Neel Anand MD |
Back pain can seem like life's unrelenting and cruel boss, especially in people frequently affected by it. If your lower ...
Read More Back Pain in Men
By Neel Anand MD |
Though the spinal anatomy is the same, men can experience back pain in unique ways from women. Regardless of gender, ...
Read More The Lowdown on Lumbago
By Neel Anand MD |
Lumbago and low back pain are one in the same, and affect millions in the U.S. Though it might sound ...
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