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Back Pain
Middle Back Pain Explained: Common Causes, Symptoms, Relief, and Warning Signs

Most middle back pain comes from muscle strain or ongoing poor posture, and it tends to settle on its own…

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Back Pain
Spine Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Modern Treatment Options

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on October 15, 2026 Disclaimer: The information provided here…

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Spine Surgery
How Bad Is the Pain After a Laminectomy? An Honest Recovery Picture

Pain after a laminectomy is real, and it is usually most intense in the first few days, centered on the…

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Spinal Fusion
The Danger of Infections After Spinal Fusion Surgery

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Updated On Oct 13, 2026 Disclaimer: The information provided herein is…

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Back Pain
Tingling and Numbness in Your Back: What Causes It and When to Worry

Most tingling or numbness felt in the back is a temporary nerve response caused by sitting too long in one…

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Spine Surgery
Spinal Fusion vs. Laser Disc Repair: The Advanced Alternative for Back and Neck Pain

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Institute Published: October 8, 2026  Disclaimer: The information presented is meant…

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Side-by-side lumbar spine X-rays showing the lower back before spinal fusion and after surgery with implanted screws, rods, and an interbody spacer.
Spinal Fusion
Before and After Spinal Fusion: What the X-Rays and the Recovery Actually Show

Before and after spinal fusion, the biggest change is that two or more vertebrae that used to move separately become…

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Spinal Fusion
A Guide for Understanding Pain After Spinal Fusion Surgery

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Updated: Oct 6, 2026 Disclaimer: The information presented is meant for…

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Woman holding her upper back with spine illustration and text about understanding upper back pain.
Spine Health
Upper Back Pain: Understanding the Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Most pain in the upper back comes from posture and muscle tension. Long hours at a desk are a frequent…

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Illustration of cervical spine with highlighted disc osteophytes and labels, showing laser removal technique.
Neck Pain
Power & Precision Of Lasers To Remove Bone Spurs In The Cervical Spine.

A Case Of Disc Osteophytes C3-C4, C4-C5, C5-C6, C6-C7 By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Published: Oct…

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Pain Management
Do Pain Management Doctors Really Help Chronic Back Pain?

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Updated: Sep 29, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for educational…

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Spine Surgery
Spine Surgery Scars: What Fusion and Laminectomy Incisions Look Like

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified spine specialist before…

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