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What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?

Minimally invasive spine surgery can be helpful for patients who suffer from scoliosis, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and more. MISS is an alternative to open spine surgery and often results in quicker recovery times.

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What is Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure where two or more vertebrae are fused together in order to heal into a single bone. The process is designed to imitate the natural healing process of a broken bone. 

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6 Tips for Avoiding Back Surgery

Back pain can dramatically decrease one’s quality of life. There are many efforts that can be made to reduce back pain and the likelihood of needing back surgery.

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Tips to Aid Recovery from Back Surgery

If you are considering back surgery due to persistent back pain, then you are probably concerned with the recovery process and expediting your recovery time. The length of time it takes for you to recover will depend on your specific surgery and your doctor will guide in you how to best prepare for recovery.

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Neuroscience and Spine Centers of the Carolinas (NSSC) are pleased to announce a Rebranding Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony with the Gaston Chamber of Commerce on November 6, 2019.

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Stem Cell Therapy Presentations

Stem cell therapy is a breakthrough technology that can be used to speed-up the recovery process from a musculoskeletal injury.  Introducing stem cells allows for muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, and bones to more quickly heal which leads to expedited recovery times and a lower risk for developing injury-related inflammation.  Recent developments in stem cell treatments allows Dr. Hunter to harvest patient stem cells spaces from bone marrow from their hip.

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Bulging Discs 101

The discs in our spine act as cushions or shock absorbers between vertebrae which can help prevent damage to spinal tissue and bone. These discs allow for slight bending and flexing of the back. These discs have a hard casing and a gel-like interior.

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SPINAL STENOSIS

Spinal stenosis is a relatively common condition which occurs when the spinal canal becomes compressed. The spinal canal contains the spinal cord and nerve roots, so when it is compressed or “pinched” patients often feel pain, numbness, weakness, etc.

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Make A Wish

Neuroscience and Spine Centers of the Carolinas (NSSC) are supporting Make-A-Wish® Foundation to raise funds to sponsor a wish for a child with a life-threatening brain or spine disease.

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Preventative Measures for Neck Pain

Neck pain is a common affliction and it can dramatically affect your quality of life. In order to reduce your risk for developing neck pain, consider these tips if you're currently suffering.

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