by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Jun 7, 2024 | Blog
After consult, review of imaging, and diagnostic procedures, Dr. Reginald Ajakwe of Comprehensive Spine & Pain Physicians performed a Vertiflex™ Procedure† on 05/01/2024. The Vertiflex Procedure is a clinically proven, minimally invasive, outpatient solution for...
by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Jul 21, 2020 | Blog, Pain Management
The Vertiflex Procedure is a minimally invasive treatment option for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. The procedure uses a small, titanium alloy spacer which serves as an extension blocker designed to relieve pressure on the affected nerves, which helps minimize the effects of...
by CSPP Doctors | May 14, 2020 | Blog
Dear Patients, Although we are living during unprecedented times, our commitment to patients with spine and pain conditions has not changed. Our offices in Burbank and Glendale remain open and we continue to perform procedures and surgeries when indicated. We offer...
by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Dec 5, 2019 | Blog, Pain Management
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis is caused by changes in the shape and size of the spinal canal as we age. Recently, Dr. Raymond Tatevossian of Comprehensive Spine & Pain performed the Superion Vertiflex Interspinous Spacer procedure on a patient who experienced discomfort...
by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Dec 5, 2019 | Blog, Pain Management
Dr. Ajakwe performed a two-level Vertiflex procedure on a patient suffering from lumbar spinal stenosis, secondary to neurogenic claudication. The Superion implant acts as an extension blocker and is ideal for patients who have difficulty walking or standing but...
by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Nov 19, 2019 | Blog, Pain Management
A radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that destroys the nerve fibers carrying pain signals to the brain. It can provide lasting relief for people with chronic pain, especially in the lower back, neck and arthritic joints. Dr. Raymond Tatevossian...
