Expert insights on spine health, minimally invasive procedures, and patient recovery from the Deuk Spine Institute team.
By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD – Board Certified Neurosurgeon As the temperature drops, many people start to notice familiar aches…
By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD – Board Certified Neurosurgeon Key Points ✓ An X-ray cannot diagnose a herniated disc. MRI…
Understanding Sports-Related Spine Injuries and Their Causes When Tiger Woods made his dramatic return to professional golf following multiple lumbar…
Canal Stenosis If you have canal stenosis, you’re probably dealing with pain, numbness, or weakness that makes everyday activities difficult….
In the United States, nearly 65 million people report suffering from chronic back pain, with millions more experiencing chronic neck…
Whiplash can feel confusing and even a little scary, especially when the pain shows up long after the accident. Many…
By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: December 02, 2024 Medical disclaimer: This content is for educational…
When Hand Symptoms Start in the Neck, Not the Wrist Symptoms like numbness and tingling going down your arms and…
If you have received a diagnosis of cervical spondylosis, or “arthritis of the neck,” you understand the persistent stiffness, grinding…
You’ve been dealing with shoulder and neck pain for weeks. Using ice, rest, and maybe even physical therapy, but now…
By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on April 28, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is…
Receiving a cervical spine MRI report can feel like being handed a manuscript written in a foreign language. You see…
