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Back Pain
Spine Pain and Pain Management for Your Spine

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD   Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute   Medically reviewed on April 2, 2026  Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only…

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Illustration of a heel spur on a human foot, highlighting bone growth and pain points.
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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Back Pain
Managing Chronic Back Pain: Causes, Types, and Advanced Treatment Options 

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on March 26, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content is…

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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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MRI scans of the cervical spine showing the ACDF alternative technique.
Cervical Spine EducationSpine Surgery
ACDF Alternative: Cervical Spine Surgery Options That Preserve Your Motion

You have been told you need ACDF, anterior cervical discectomy and fusion. Maybe a surgeon reviewed your MRI, pointed to…

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Herniated Disc
Disc Displacement: Types, Treatments, Recovery Time, Risks, and Benefits of Surgery

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on March 25, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content…

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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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diagnosis-of-back-pain
Back Pain
Diagnosis of Back Pain: Why MRI Alone Is Never Enough

You have the MRI report. It describes a herniated disc, maybe a bulge at L4-L5, maybe some degenerative changes. Your…

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Outpatient spine surgery costs, and safety
Spine Surgery
Outpatient Spine Surgery: Safety, Cost, and Who Qualifies

Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual results…

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A patient who underwent laminectomy showcasing his large incision scar on his lower back.
Spinal Fusion
Why Spinal Fusion for Scoliosis Is Often a Scam

Summary In this edition of Spine Scams Exposed, Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, CEO and founder of Deuk Spine Institute, reveals why…

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Illustrations of spinal stenosis in side and top views
Neck Pain
Cervical Spinal Stenosis Treatment: Stopping Neck Pain, Numbness, and Weakness

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on March 18, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content…

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Woman massaging her neck in pain .
Pain Management
What Is Interventional Pain Management? A Comprehensive Guide

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on March 17, 2026 Medical Disclaimer: This content…

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