SOC News
Our SOC News section is devoted to share the latest information in spine health and overall wellness. Through our SOC News page, we provide the latest news on spine and orthopedic care, advise from our doctors and all kinds of information aimed at helping our readers improve their health.
When Back Pain Might Be a Medical Emergency
Sometimes back pain is caused by a common muscle strain and sometimes it can be a sign of a more serious medical problem. Serious back pain related to a medical emergency can result in disability if not treated promptly. It is important to know when back pain could be potentially life threatening.
How to Relieve a Tense Neck After a Muscle Spasm
When your neck muscles tighten suddenly and involuntarily, it means that you are suffering a muscle spasm. Your neck will not only become very rigid and stiff; it could also get so bad that you cannot even turn your head.
Immediate Treatment for a Back Muscle Strain
A Muscle strain and pulled muscles are the most common cause of back pain. Muscles become overstretched or torn...
Spine & Orthopedic Center Welcomes Hand Surgeon, Dr. Neil Ghany
We are very pleased to announce that Dr. Neil C. Ghany, a renowned orthopedic hand surgeon with over 20 years of experience will be joining our team. Dr. Ghany is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with [...]
How to Treat a Jammed Finger
Treatment depends on the extent of the injury. However, home remedies for a mild injury can come in handy.
Tips to Alleviate Back Pain on a Road Trip
While trips are fun and exciting, they can be dreadful for people with back pain on a road trip.
Hurricane Dorian Update
Due to Hurricane Dorian, Spine & Orthopedic Center has decided to take proper measures for the safety of our patients and employees, and all our offices will be closed on Tuesday September 3rd. As of [...]
Hurricane Injury & Illness Prevention Tips
It’s important to take the appropriate measures to prevent injury & illness before a hurricane, even if one isn’t headed your way. However, since Hurricane Dorian is now on track towards Florida we all need [...]
Preparing for a Hurricane
Living in Florida, we've had our share of hurricanes. In 2017, Irma was projected to hit the East Coast of South Florida, quickly gaining speed. At the last minute, it switched paths and made a [...]
Best Pillows & Sleep Positions For Sciatica
Are you having trouble finding a sleep position when experiencing a bout of sciatica? Our physicians and physical therapists at Spine & Orthopedic Center are sciatica pain specialists. Our highly trained and certified physical therapists [...]
Questions & Answers
Visit our Questions & Answers by Raina Diedrick, Kendally Guardia and Victoria Verrengia, our certified PAs who answer all the questions from patients and readers. Visit our Questions & Answers section here.
Can you lay on your back after surgery?
Yes, you can lay on your back after surgery. To reduce pain after a spinal procedure it [...]
Why do I have shoulder pain from golfing?
There are several reasons you could be experiencing shoulder pain from golfing or playing a sport in general. This can only be diagnosed by a professional. Although typically, when someone is dealing with shoulder pain from playing golf it is due […]
How can I stop sciatica pain?
It is very common for people to think of sciatica as a condition. Although, it is not. Sciatica pain comes from an underlying cause. If you suspect you are experiencing sciatica pain, contact your healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis. A common stretch exercise to relieve pain from your sciatic nerve is below: […]
When Back Pain Might Be a Medical Emergency
Sometimes back pain is caused by a common muscle strain and sometimes it can be a sign of a more serious medical problem. Serious back pain related to a medical emergency can result in disability if not treated promptly. It is important to know when back pain could be potentially life threatening.
How to Relieve a Tense Neck After a Muscle Spasm
When your neck muscles tighten suddenly and involuntarily, it means that you are suffering a muscle spasm. Your neck will not only become very rigid and stiff; it could also get so bad that you cannot even turn your head.
Immediate Treatment for a Back Muscle Strain
A Muscle strain and pulled muscles are the most common cause of back pain. Muscles become overstretched or torn...
Spine & Orthopedic Center Welcomes Hand Surgeon, Dr. Neil Ghany
We are very pleased to announce that Dr. Neil C. Ghany, a renowned orthopedic hand surgeon with [...]
