Ross Hauser MD Research Reviews
Elective cervical spine surgery: Recent research
Ross Hauser, MD People considering cervical spine surgery are usually trying to answer two questions: “Is the abnormality on my scan really causing my symptoms?” and “Which treatment gives me the best chance of meaningful, lasting improvement?” The answers depend on whether the main problem is spinal cord compression, a […]
Reviews of posterior cervical laminectomy and fusion
Ross Hauser, MD Extending a posterior cervical fusion into the upper thoracic spine A May 2022 study in the Journal of Neurosurgery. Spine (1) led by doctors at the Combined Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Spine Program, Department of Orthopedics Surgery, University of British Columbia. Western University, London, Ontario, the University of […]
Reviews of Diagnostic Imaging Technology for Cervical Spine Instability Ross Hauser, MD.
Ross Hauser, MD. Reviews of Diagnostic Imaging Technology for Cervical Spine Instability An April 2022 in the journal Health science reports (1) assessed clinical evaluation versus magnetic resonance imaging findings in patients with radicular arm pain. Here is what the authors wrote: “Cervical nerve root compression can lead to radiculopathy […]
Alternatives to cortisone shots: Updated reviews. Ross Hauser MD
Ross Hauser, MD, Danielle Matias, PA-C, Demi Foster, APRN Is Cortisone the only option for you? If you are reading this article, you are likely looking for answers for your long time pain problems that may offer some hope that you can get pain relief today, avoid a hip, knee, […]
Dynamic Structural Medicine Ross Hauser MD Review of Treatments for Cervical Spine Instability
Ross Hauser, MD A coordinated and balanced effort between the musculoskeletal, neurologic, and vascular systems is required to maintain a healthy upright posture. It is underappreciated how subtle changes in spinal curvature, posture, and stability affect this delicate balance. Dynamic Structural Medicine Body mechanics in health and disease is an […]