BACK to Basics: Spine Health Simplified

Having Neck or Back Pain? Here Are the Medications a Spine Surgeon Might Recommend

Neck or Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a doctor. Whether it’s from that golf game, a recent injury, or something more chronic, you're not alone if you're reaching for relief. As a spine surgeon, I often get asked: What medications can help? While not every patient needs surgery, many can benefit from medications that ease pain and inflammation. Here's a breakdown of the medications I often recommend or prescribe. Link to site: https://www.floridaspinesurgeon.org/blog/having-back-pain-here-are-the-medications-a-spine-surgeon-might-recommend Dr. Katsevman is a neurosurgeon and fellowship-trained spine surgeon in Naples, Florida.

What to Expect During Your First Visit to a Spine Surgeon

Visiting a spine surgeon for the first time can feel overwhelming, but knowing what to expect can make the experience much more comfortable. We focus on personalized, compassionate care — always putting your goals first. Here’s what your first appointment will look like. Link to site: https://www.floridaspinesurgeon.org/blog/what-to-expect-during-your-first-visit-to-a-spine-surgeon Dr. Katsevman is a neurosurgeon and fellowship-trained spine surgeon in Naples, Florida.

What is Neurogenic Claudication?

Do you get pain, cramping, tightness, or heaviness in the back, buttocks, or thighs that gets worse with prolonged standing or walking and improves with leaning forward, standing still, or sitting down? No, you're not getting old. This could be neurogenic claudication. All due to a spine condition called spinal stenosis. Tune in to learn about the diagnosis, symptoms, treatment options, and how ultimately minimally invasive decompression surgery is an excellent option to address the stenosis if conservative measures fail. Link to site: https://www.floridaspinesurgeon.org/blog/what-is-neurogenic-claudication-understanding-symptoms-causes-diagnosis-and-treatment Dr. Katsevman is a neurosurgeon and fellowship trained spine surgeon in Naples, Florida.

Tips for Spine (and Life) Longevity?

The median age in Naples, Florida is 67 years old (vs 39 in the general United States). We see patients in their 80s and 90s very frequently. Some look their age, but some look as if they are in their 50s. What is the secret to their success? Link to site: https://www.floridaspinesurgeon.org/blog/three-tips-for-spine-and-life-longevity Dr. Katsevman is a neurosurgeon and fellowship trained spine surgeon in Naples, Florida.

Are you getting old or is it myelopathy?

Having difficulty with balance? Having hand clumsiness, hand coordination, or hand strength issues? Difficulty with jewelry clasping, knitting/sowing, fine motor skills, opening jars/cans, or dropping of objects? Is buttoning your shirt harder? No, you are not just getting old and it is not just hand arthritis. This could be myelopathy. Tune in to learn what myelopathy is, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. Link to site: https://www.floridaspinesurgeon.org/blog/understanding-myelopathy Dr. Katsevman is a neurosurgeon and fellowship trained spine surgeon in Naples, Florida.