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 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...
by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Aug 9, 2019 | Blog, Pain Management
Dr. Reginald Ajakwe recently treated a patient with severe back pain at Comprehensive Spine & Pain Physicians. The patient presented with Vertebral Compression Fractures (Spinal Fracture) at several levels, the most painful being at Lumbar 3 and Lumbar 4. The...
by Maggie-Mae Gaughan | Jul 1, 2019 | Blog, Pain Management
Dr. Reginald Ajakwe of Comprehensive Spine & Pain Physicians performed a “no incision” full percutaneous dual lead SCS permanent implant with the Stimwave Freedom neurostimulator. A 66-year-old female patient with chronic back and hip pain for the...
