Spine Articles

Numbness & Tingling: When to Worry Updated

February 20, 2024

Based on one of our website’s most popular articles, Numbness and Tingling: When to Worry, written by Meegan Domangue, PA-C, I wanted to provide an ...

Robotic Spine Surgery: New Advancements in Technology

December 20, 2023

Robotic spine surgery, also known as robotic-assisted spine surgery, is a minimally invasive surgical technique that utilizes robotic systems to assist the surgeon during the ...

Ultra Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Assisted Lumbar Fusion

November 20, 2023

For many years, spine surgeons have been searching for ways to accomplish the same goal of improving patient outcomes while limiting post operative pain and ...

Where to Turn When All You Can Think of is Pain

September 14, 2023

When you are experiencing extreme pain to your back or legs, it can be hard to think straight. The only thought in your head might ...

Welcome, Dr. Nathaniel Rawicki

August 21, 2023

We proudly announce that Nathaniel Rawicki, MD has joined our growing team at The Spine Center. He currently specializes in the treatment of all spinal ...

Can Inversion Tables Relieve Back Pain?

May 18, 2023

With the return of warm weather, we’re often outside and moving more, whether that’s yardwork, athletics or just taking more walks to enjoy nature. While ...

Dr. Harrod’s Approach to Treating Back Pain

February 1, 2023

Low back pain is very common, but no two patients are exactly alike. So when a patient visits Dr. Harrod at The Spine Center, his ...

How To Manage Back Pain During Holiday Travel

November 16, 2022

Along with the fun and excitement the holidays bring, chances are also high that you or someone in your family will experience back pain at ...

Are You a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?

October 7, 2022

What is minimally invasive spine surgery and am I a good candidate? Back pain is one of the most common medical problems facing people in ...

Welcome Jeanne Steyer, PA-C to Our Team

September 28, 2022

We are pleased to announce that Jeanne Steyer has joined The Spine Center, as Physician Assistant, working with Dr. McCarthy on his team. Jeanne graduated ...

New Spine Center Hammond Office to Open Sep 29, 2022

August 31, 2022

Located within the Cypress Pointe medical complex, we are excited to announce that our new Hammond location is now accepting patient appointments and opening September ...

It’s My Leg That’s Hurting, Not My Back. Why Am I Being Sent to a Spine Specialist?

July 12, 2022

“It’s my leg that is hurting, not my back, why are you X-raying my spine?” This is a common question we receive from patients for ...

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