As the spine ages or sustains injury, it can become painful and unstable. In the early stages of degeneration or shortly after an injury, specific levels of the spine can potentially begin to move incorrectly. This often manifests as difficulty with range of motion such as flexing forward or lifting objects from the floor. For… Continue Reading Treating Back or Neck Pain Conservatively With Physical Therapy
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Many of my friends and family would consider me “injury prone.” I have undergone two major surgeries for sports-related injuries and have suffered numerous broken bones in my lifetime. While these injuries seemed overwhelming with uncertain outcomes at the time, they have given me a unique opportunity to learn about healthcare from a patient’s perspective… Continue Reading A Personal Statement from Prairie Spine Physician Assistant, Andrew Kitterman
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“Freedom is nothing but a chance to be better.” ― Albert Camus Prairie Spine and Pain Institute want to wish you a Happy Fourth of July! Our dedicated physicians are always looking for ways to serve you better through new techniques and advanced medicine. We are here to help you with pain relief and your… Continue Reading Celebrating our Freedom this Fourth of July!
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Here at Prairie Spine, one of our surgical options for back pain is a cervical disc replacement. Cervical disc replacement involves removing a disc that is ‘diseased’ and replacing it with an artificial disc. This procedure can help relieve you of back pain. Read the article below to learn more about who may be a good… Continue Reading Who is a Candidate for Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery?
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At Prairie Spine and Pain Institute we value our customers and all that they have to say. Their feedback is very important to us along with their happiness and experience here at our practice. As our slogan says, “Expert Spine Care… One Patient At A Time,” we want to make sure that everyone is satisfied. Read the testimonials… Continue Reading Successful Procedures Leave Patients Satisfied
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