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What Is a Primary Spine Practitioner (PSP) And When Should You See One?
When people with chronic back pain come to see Ryan Brown for physical therapy, they are often surprised at what the sessions are like. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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Expanding Brain and Spine Care in the North
Residents in the northern communities now have more convenient options for brain and spine care with the UPMC Neurological Institute's expanded Butler location. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Are Spinal Fractures? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
The vertebrae that protect your spinal cord can break from a trauma or from bones weakening as you age. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
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Jean’s Story: From Stenosis to Back Pain Relief through Minimally Invasive Surgery
Jean knows staying active is key to successful aging. Our experts made sure spinal stenosis didn't slow her down. Here's her story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health, UPMC Stories
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Spine Health Q&A with Christopher Standaert, MD
With the UPMC Program for Spine Health expanding, we sat down with Christopher Standaert, MD, to learn more about his expertise. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation with Dr. Amanda Harrington
Expert Dr. Amanda Harrington discusses the rehab program of the Center for Spinal Cord Injury at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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Low Back Pain Q&A with Gwendolyn Sowa, MD, PhD
Low back pain is a common complaint among adults of all ages. Left untreated, it can negatively impact every aspect of life. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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The UPMC Passavant Spine Center: A Life Restored After Back Surgery
For 15 years, Bob Loftis endured on-and-off sciatica pain that made it difficult for him to walk. The Bridgeville resident usually ‘toughed it out,’ waiting for the pain shooting down his leg to subside. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Spine Health
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spinal Stenosis
As people age, symptoms such as pain in the lower back and legs become more frequent. One common source of that pain is spinal stenosis. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
