The First Shot Helped Me Right Away!

Fredric M. Sonstein, M.D., M.B.A

Read what first-time patient, Betty A., had to say about her experience at SpineOne.

“I was happy with the entire visit to SpineOne. The first shot helped me a lot, right away.”  -- Betty

SpineOne Congratulates the Denver Broncos!

SpineOne congratulates the Denver Broncos on winning the AFC West Division and the No. 1 seed in the American Football Conference (AFC) playoffs. 

Why Prolonged Sitting And Standing Is Unproductive by Anna Vital, author--Funders and Founders

We thought we would share this infograph that explains why it is not good for your neck and back (and other parts of the body) to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time by Anna Vital, author-- Funders and Founders.

If you suffer from chronic or acute back pain and cannot find relief, it may be time to contact a spine specialist like the physicians at SpineOne.  SpineOne offers a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to meet the needs of each individual patient. The physicians at SpineOne practice minimally invasive procedures combined with other practices to get you back on your feet and enjoying your life again. SpineOne provides doctor consultations, MRIs and treatments all from the same facility for your convenience. Same-day appointments are also available upon request.

Visit www.SpineOne.com or call 303.500.8611 today.

What You Should Know About Chronic Back & Neck Pain.

                Chronic neck or back pain can be more 

                traumatic than the injury that caused it.

In many ways, chronic back or neck pain can be more traumatic than the injury that caused it. While a sudden injury has an expected trajectory of healing, chronic neck or back pain can become a frustrating prospect with no recovery in sight. The ability of chronic pain to ebb and flow over months or years makes it difficult for sufferers to decide whether they should seek treatment. If you have chronic back or neck pain, the following information can help you better understand your condition.

Injuries increase the likely hood 

of long-term, chronic pain.

Why Chronic Pain Occurs
Under some circumstances, chronic back or neck pain stems from an initial injury. Car accidents, slip and fall incidents and sports injuries can all lead to chronic pain. Some individuals may experience ongoing pain for less apparent reasons. In some cases, pain results from repetitive motions that gradually compromise the spinal column’s health. For instance, a job that requires heavy lifting on a daily basis may cause chronic pain. Chronic pain can also develop from no apparent cause at all, as is the case for many who sit at a desk for hours at a time.

The constant battle against chronic neck or back pain
can leave suffers depressed or withdrawn.

What Chronic Neck & Back Pain Does to Sufferers
The primary effect of chronic pain is having to cope with ongoing discomfort. This discomfort can have other repercussions as well. The constant battle against chronic back or neck pain can leave sufferers depressed or withdrawn. It may impact other physical aspects as well. Studies have found that ongoing pain may adversely affect a person’s immune system.

How Chronic Pain Can Be Treated
No matter its cause, chronic pain can be successfully managed. A back specialist has at his or her disposal a diverse array of treatment options that can provide lasting relief for back pain. Multiple pain management techniques are available for those whom require medical intervention for their chronic back pain.

SpineOne Medical Center | 8500 Park Meadows Drive | Lone Tree, CO 80124

SpineOne Medical Center
The physicians at SpineOne provide each patient with a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis and treatment plan.  They promote a personalized treatment approach to ensure that patients receive the highest level of medical and rehabilitation services specifically designed to meet each person's individual health needs. For your convenience, SpineOne offers doctor consultations, MRIs and treatments all from the same facility for your convenience.  Same-day appointments are also available upon request.

Get back to living your life today! Call us at 303.500.8611, or visit www.SpineOne.com

How to Relieve Back Pain without Surgery

Back pain can be debilitating. When it is keeping you on the sidelines of your life, you may be willing to consider any treatment that works, including surgery. There are occasions when back surgery is the best option for relieving your pain, but it is not your only choice. Less than five percent of back and neck pain patients are good candidates for spinal surgery. The good news is that there are alternative treatments for conditions such as herniated or bulging discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative discs, sciatic pain and more.

At SpineOne, we can manage your pain using targeted injections and therapeutic care to provide you with relief often without powerful medications that can be habit-forming. To learn which treatment options are right for you, it is important to schedule a consultation with a spine specialist like the experts at SpineOne. The following infographic illustrates the different choices you have for treating back and neck pain.  If you are considering open- or laser-spine surgery, visit the doctors at SpineOne for a second opinion. The back specialists at SpineOne can likely relieve back or neck pain without surgery.
 
Call us at 303.500.8611 or visit www.spineone.com to learn more about our services.  For your convenience, SpineOne offers same-day appointments with consultation, imaging and treatment all within one facility.

The Relationship Between Stress and Back Pain

Stress isn’t something you simply feel emotionally. Stress has definitive physical manifestations as well. Back pain and neck pain, in particular, are both associated with stress. Why does stress lead to an aching back and stiff neck? Doctors aren’t sure about the precise reasons why stress causes physical symptoms, but there some clues to help explain the relationship. Consider these links between stress and back pain:

Muscle Tension 
When you’re stressed, you have a tendency to tense your muscles. You may not even realize that you’re doing it, but chances are that if you’re coping with stress, you’re squeezing your muscles. Your back muscles and neck muscles tend to take the brunt of most of this tension. When you tighten your muscles and hold them that way for an extended period, carbon dioxide, lactic acid and other muscle waste chemicals build up, causing inflammation and pain. The tension also increases your nerve activity, which makes your back muscles more sensitive.

Brain Reaction 
Your brain also plays a significant role in neck and back pain you feel when you’re stressed. Under normal conditions, your brain’s pain receptors release chemicals to control pain sensations. When you’re feeling stressed, your brain can increase certain neuro-chemicals that can activate pain-processing pathways that make pain perception more intense.

Treatment Options 
Stress-coping mechanisms and reducing stress in your life can help you cope with stress-induced back pain. However, these techniques may not be enough to alleviate your pain. A spine specialist, such as a physician who specializes in back and neck pain, can offer treatments to help you manage or eliminate your pain.

At SpineOne, our back specialists can help you overcome stress-related back and neck pain, as well as a number of other spinal issues. We offer minimally invasive treatments with quick recovery times and fast results. Call us today at 303.800.5611 or visit www.spineone.com and let us help you get past your back pain.

Congratulations Kendra!

SpineOne Employee of the Month for October!  Learn more about Kendra at http://dlvr.it/CbyCSY

I ♥ Dr. Sonstein and SpineOne!

Read what first-time patient, Shauna, had to say about her experience at SpineOne.

“I love Dr. Sonstein . It was clear from the beginning that his main objective was to make me feel better. He was really concerned about me.

Your surgical staff is amazing. All your nurses are attentive and nice. The nurse who helped me the anesthesia rocks big time and your center is great!

Candy in billing is totally amazing. She explains things simply and clearly and is quite good at calming you down and walking your through the process.

I am glad I ended up with SpineOne.”  -- Shauna

Two Simple Tests to Diagnose Sciatica Pain

Two easy tests to determine if your back, buttock, leg and/or foot pain is sciatica. 
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Health Experts: This Year’s Flu Vaccine Better Than Last Year’s « CBS Denver

The flu increases your chance for severe back pain. Stay healthy and pain-free this flu season by getting your shot today!

Health Experts: This Year’s Flu Vaccine Better Than Last Year’s « CBS Denver

Read what SpineOne patient, Todd, wrote on the SpineOne Facebook page.

‘You Should Check Them Out if You Have Issues with Back Pain.’ - Blog - SpineOne Medical Center

What You Should Know About Back and Neck Pain Following an Auto Accident.

Out of the more than three million injuries reported after car accidents in the United States each year, trauma to the back and/or neck is the most common.
 
While better safety features have led to dramatic decreases in serious injury and fatalities, many crash victims still experience chronic neck and back pain shortly after an accident. This SpineOne infographic provides a snapshot of prevalent injuries, associated symptoms and statistics caused by auto accidents each year.
 
If you or any of your family members, friends or coworkers has recently been in a car accident, please be sure to be evaluated for any of these conditions.