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Stem Cells Could Be Effective Treatment for Intervertebral Disc Diseases

Anulus fibrosus cells isolated from nondegenerative invertebral discs may be an effective treatment for intervertebral disc diseases, according to an article published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.

Laser Spine Institute Recognized as a Fastest Growing Private Company by Inc. Magazine

Laser Spine Institute in Tampa, Fla., has been recognized by Inc. magazine among The Inc. 5,000, which ranks the nations fastest growing private companies, according to an LSI news release.

Study Shows Areas for Potential Cost Reduction in Adolescent Scoliosis Correction

The largest costs contributing to adolescent idiopathic scoliosis correction surgery are implants, intensive care unit and inpatient room costs, operating room time and bone grafts, according to an article published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.

Postoperative Administration of Antithrombotic Agent Could Decrease Blood Clot Risks in Spinal Surgery Patients

There are benefits to postoperative administration of a low-molecular-weight-herapin subcutaneously the night after spine surgery, say Austrian researchers, according to an ORTHOSuperSite report.

Medicare Advisory Committee Votes Against Off-Label BMP Use

A Medicare advisory committee voted not to warrant off-label use of bone morphogenetic protein, used in some spinal procedures, according to a MedPage Today report.

Study: Consider Disc Height Restoration in Patients With Foraminal Stenosis

Spine surgeons should consider restoration of disc height in patients with foraminal stenosis because the disc height and slip percentage can have an effect on the invertebral foramen area, according to an article published in Spine.

Dr. Brandon J. Scott Newest Physician Partner at Missouri's Cape Spine & Neurology

Brandon J. Scott, MD, has become a physician practice partner with Cape Spine & Neurology in Cape Girardeau, Mo., according to an article in the Southeast Missourian.

Quad Cities Spine Center in Illinois Raises Money for Children's Therapy

Rebecca Bravard, DC, a physician with Quad Cities Spine Clinic in Moline, Ill., will offer spine examinations to raise money for the Children's Therapy Center of the Quad Cities, according to a clinic news release.

Study: MRI for Spine Surgery May Lead to Unnecessary Surgery

When the MRI is used in isolated guide treatment for detecting posterior ligmentous complex, a high rate of false-positive findings may lead to unnecessary surgery, according to an article published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.

Dr. Anthony A. Virella Opens California Neurosurgery Practice

Anthony A. Virella, MD, established Virella Neurosurgery in Westlake Village, Calif., for treating neurosurgical and complex spinal disorders, according to a practice news release.