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Spine Care Blog
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Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF): Understanding the Procedure and When It May Be Needed
ACDF is a well-established surgical procedure designed to relieve pressure on the spinal nerves and restore stability to the cervical spine.
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Understanding Extreme Lateral Interbody Fusion (XLIF) for Chronic Spine Conditions
When non-surgical treatments no longer provide adequate relief, minimally invasive spine surgery may become an appropriate treatment option.
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When Do You Need Spine Surgery? Signs, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Several spinal conditions can lead to severe pain or nerve compression and may require surgical treatment.
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A Complete Guide to Lumbar Microdiscectomy: Relief, Recovery, and Real Results
A lumbar microdiscectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to remove the portion of a herniated lumbar disc that is pressing on the nerve root.
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Posterior Cervical Fusion: A Comprehensive Guide to Neck Stabilization Surgery
One of the most effective procedures for addressing severe cervical spine issues is Posterior Cervical Fusion (PCF).
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Understanding Discectomy: A Minimally Invasive Solution for Herniated Disc Relief
A herniated disc can cause severe back or leg pain, weakness, and restricted movement, often interfering with daily life.
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Understanding Fractured Vertebrae: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
A fractured vertebra occurs when one or more bones in the spine crack or collapse.
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Relieving Nerve Compression: Synovial Cyst Surgery Without Fusion
A synovial cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms in the spine, typically near the joints of the lower back (lumbar spine)
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Workplace Spine Injuries: Expert Diagnosis and Treatment Option
At Dr. Khanna’s clinic, focus is on precise diagnosis using advanced imaging and a deep understanding of spinal anatomy and work-related trauma.
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Understanding Foraminotomy: A Minimally Invasive Way to Treat Nerve Pain
Imagine your spine as a complex network of highways, and your nerves are the cars traveling through it.
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Herniated Disc: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments for a Pain-Relief Life
A herniated disc, a bulging or slipped disc, is a common spinal condition that can cause significant pain and discomfort.
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Dr Nitin Khanna Awarded 2025 Vitals Patients' Choice Lifetime Achievement and Best of The Region 2024
Spine Care Specialists are proud to announce that Dr. Nitin Khanna, a leading orthopaedic spine surgeon, has been awarded the 2025 Vitals Patients' Choice Lifetime Achievement Award
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Effective Treatments for Spondylolisthesis: A Comprehensive Guide
Living with back pain can be debilitating and frustrating, especially when you're dealing with a condition like spondylolisthesis.
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Failed Back Surgery Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Lower back pain is a widespread issue, affecting nearly 10% of the global population.
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How Do Idiopathic And Congenital Scoliosis Differ? Understanding Two Major Spinal Conditions
As leading Spine Care Specialists in Indiana and across the country continue their research, we're gaining a deeper understanding of various spinal conditions that affect millions worldwide.
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Pinched Nerve in The Spine: Radiculopathy - Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
The spine consists of several individual bones known as vertebrae. These are interconnected together to form the spine. The spinal cord passes through a central canal in these vertebrae
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Who is at Risk of Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis, a bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both, is a condition that leads to weakened bones and an increased risk of fractures.
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Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a common cause of spinal cord dysfunction in older adults.
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Can Degenerative Disc Disease Be Reversed?
At Nitin Khanna, MD, we understand the complexities and challenges that come with Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD).
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Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: Understanding the Condition
Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (CSM) is a significant health concern affecting a substantial portion of the adult population, particularly those over the age of 50.
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