Spine

A study published in Spinal Deformity examined intraoperative traction in pediatric scoliosis surgery to determine whether there are benefits for use.

Michael Wang, MD, a Miami-based spine surgeon, performed a procedure on San Francisco Giants infielder Marco Scutaro, according to an ESPN report.

Here are 10 spine surgeons and specialist moves.

Inpatient admissions a year before surgery is a predictor of perioperative risk for posterior lumbar fusion, according to a new study published in Spine.

Here are eight spine surgeons who were recently named to leadership positions.

Many surgeons use the freehand technique for pedicle screw placement, but how accurate is it in the thoracolumbosacral spine?

Here are eight things for spinal surgeons to know for Dec. 18, 2014.

A study published in Spine examines the radiographic and clinical evaluation of patients undergoing extreme lateral interbody fusion to examine the impact cage size and instrument type has on outcomes one year after surgery.

Minimally invasive percutaneous posterior instrumentation, along with anterior debridement and interbody fusion with bone grafting, is an effective alternative treatment for pyogenic spondylodiscitis, according to a study published in BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders.

Nine spine surgeons discuss the most important qualities that spine patients are looking for in their physicians.