What Are Facet Joints? The facets are small joints in the back of the spine that allow the spine to bend and move. They are like small finger joints. There is one facet joint on each side of the spine at every level ( so 2 joints per spine level)...

What is an Endoscopic Discectomy? This minimally-invasive procedure is performed through a tubular device. It is designed to relieve pain caused by herniated discs pressing on nerve roots. This surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, which allows the patient to leave our Citrus Park Surgery Center the same day....

Neck cracking and grinding: When you crack your neck and other parts of your body due to ache or stiffness, your joints are releasing gas bubbles to temporarily relieve your joints and muscles. Why does my neck and back crack after suffering minor injuries in a car accident? The reason...

Whiplash Injuries: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments What is Whiplash? Whiplash is a neck strain injury that is usually a result from a motor vehicle accident involving a car that is not moving and is hit by another vehicle from behind. With impact from the rear, the neck is forced into...

What is the difference between PRP and Stem Cell Therapy? Platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy and stem cell therapy are both non-invasive procedures with excellent potential to heal injuries. While platelet rich plasma uses highly concentrated platelets from the patient’s own body to heal injuries, stem cells are drawn from...