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Category: Spine Health

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

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Pain ManagementSpine Health
Bone Spurs (Osteophytes): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD   Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute   Medically reviewed on April 1, 2026  Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only…

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Stem cell therapy for spine
Herniated DiscPain ManagementSpine Health
Stem Cell Therapy for Spine: What the Evidence Actually Shows for Herniated Discs

Patients ask me about stem cell therapy for spine and herniated discs more than almost any other alternative to surgery….

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Neck pain management and treatment options
Neck PainSpine Health
Neck Pain Management: Best Treatments for Neck Pain

Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results may vary. Always…

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Spine Health
Peripheral Neuropathy

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on March 3, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content…

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Spine Health
Chronic Pain Is Not a Life Sentence: Start Over Without Drugs or Limitations

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on February 19, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

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Man with visualized back pain due to spine arthritis in a living room.
Spine Health
Spine Arthritis — AKA Back or Neck Arthritis

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on February 11, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content…

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Spine Health
Osteoporosis, Menopause, and Your Spine: Understanding How Hormonal Changes Affect Spine Health

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 27, 2026 Medical disclaimer:This content is for educational…

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Spine Health
Nerve Root Impingement: From Daily Triggers to Permanent Relief with Ultra Minimally Invasive Surgery

Medical disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results may vary. Always…

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multilevel degenerative disc disease
Spine Health
Multilevel Degenerative Disc Disease: Comprehensive Guide to Symptoms, Causes & Treatment Options

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed and updated on January 14, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This…

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Illustration of spinal facet joints, vertebra, and intervertebral discs.
Spine Health
Facet Joint Disease: A Comprehensive Medical Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Long-Term Management

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Spine Surgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on December 29, 2025 Medical disclaimer: This…

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