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By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: January 13, 2026Last Updated: January 13, 2026Reading Time: 10 minutes…

Your neck pain has persisted for months despite physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments, and pain medication. You’ve followed every recommendation from…

Your back pain has sent you to three different doctors. The orthopedic surgeon recommended fusion. The pain management doctor offered…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: January 8, 2026Last Updated: January 8, 2026Reading Time: 20 minutes…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 7, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is for…

A C6-C7 disc herniation is one of the most common spinal conditions affecting the cervical spine, causing significant pain and…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on January 5, 2026 Medical disclaimer: This content is…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: December 31, 2024Last Updated: December 31, 2024Reading Time: 18 minutes…

Medically Reviewed by: Ara Deukmedjian, MDBoard-Certified Neurosurgeon | Over 2,000 Minimally Invasive Spine Procedures PerformedLast Updated: January 2026 When chronic…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD | Board-Certified Spine SurgeonMedically Reviewed: December 31, 2024Last Updated: December 31, 2024Reading Time: 15 minutes…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Medically reviewed on December 30, 2025 Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes…

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