Recent Blogs at AdventHealth Medical Group Spine Health
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Dr. Chetan Patel Appointed Chairman, Navigation & Robotics Section of Nass
Estimated read time: 1 minuteChetan Patel, MD, has been appointed Chairman of the Navigation & Robotics Section of the North American Spine Society (NASS) for 2013 - 2015. Dr. Patel’s passion for research is leading the way in... -
J.J. Watt on Injured Reserve for a Recurring Spinal Injury
Estimated read time: 2 minutesWatt seems to have aggravated or re-injured his herniated disk during Houston’s most recent game against the New England Patriots. He previously underwent surgery for this condition in July. These... -
Hold Your Horses, Cowboy – Tony Romo Is Back on the Sideline
Estimated read time: 2 minutesIt seems like some athletes can’t catch a break. Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback Tony Romo was admitted to the hospital Friday after suffering a compression fracture in his lower back. Romo is no... -
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Stick It Like Simone – Common Gymnastics Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Estimated read time: 5 minutesGymnasts train to extend and strengthen their muscles at a young age so they can improve their flexibility and protect their joints and bones. Sometimes, a muscle can be overworked or pulled due to a...
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Will J.J. Watt’s Perfect Record Be Spoiled by a Herniated Disk?
Estimated read time: 5 minutesNews reports that the Houston Texans’ J.J. Watt underwent back surgery on July 20 have football fans wondering whether the top-rated NFL defensive player will be back in fighting form in time for his...