Free MRI Review
Contact us

Category: Spine Health

Expert insights on spine health, minimally invasive procedures, and patient recovery from the Deuk Spine Institute team.

Man with highlighted spine and lower back pain next to text about foraminal stenosis treatment options.
Spinal StenosisSpine Health
Can You Treat Foraminal Stenosis Without Spinal Fusion? Yes, Here’s How

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard Certified Neurosurgeon Reviewed on July 9, 2026 Disclaimer: The information contained within this article is…

read more
Woman with back pain and text about avoiding spine surgery through physical therapy, injections, or chiropractic care.
Spine HealthSpine Surgery
Can I Avoid Spine Surgery With Physical Therapy, Injections, or Chiropractic Care?

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on June 30, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: The material contained…

read more
Person holding back with highlighted spine and facet joints, text reads "Facet Joint Pain Explained: The Cause of Up to 45% of Chronic Back Pain.
Back PainSpine Health
Facet Joint Pain Explained: The Cause of Up to 45% of Chronic Back Pain

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on June 24, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: The information provided…

read more
Doctor explaining spine surgery to a patient using a spine model in a medical office.
Best Spine SurgeonsSpine Health
What Questions Should I Ask My Spine Surgeon Before Saying Yes to Surgery?

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, CEO Medically reviewed on June 18, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for…

read more
Man with highlighted spine holds back, text asks about delay in spine surgery and nerve damage.
lumbar SpineSpine Health
How Long Can You Wait for Spine Surgery Before Nerve Damage Becomes Permanent?

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on June 11, 2026   Medical Disclaimer: This content is…

read more
Illustration comparing minimally invasive and traditional spine treatments with London landmarks in the background.
Spine HealthSpine Surgery
Laser Spine Surgery in London: 5 Red Flags It’s a Bigger Operation Than You Think

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on June 9, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for…

read more
Two surgeons operate on a patient with an overlay of text about neurosurgeons versus orthopedic spine surgeons.
Best Spine SurgeonsSpine Health
Neurosurgeon vs. Orthopedic Spine Surgeon: What’s Actually the Difference?

By Dr. Ara J. Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on June 4, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for…

read more
Doctor in a lab coat holds a phone showing a chat message from Sam offering help.
Spine Health
Got Spine Questions? Meet Sam, the AI Chatbot from Deuk Spine

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on May 22, 2026  Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes…

read more
Golfer in mid-swing with a hat, surrounded by sunlight and trees in the background.
Back PainSpine HealthSpine Surgery
Spine Surgery and Your Active Life: Will You Lift, Run, and Play Golf Again?

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on May 19, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes…

read more
Two surgeons in masks and scrubs perform surgery under operating room lights.
Spine HealthSpine Surgery
Has Anyone Gotten Worse After Spine Surgery? What Is Failed Back Surgery Syndrome?

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on May 13, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes…

read more