Spine surgery can be an effective treatment for certain back and neck conditions, but it is not always the first or only option. Many people with herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and other causes of spinal pain may benefit from non-surgical treatments that reduce symptoms, improve mobility, and support a return to […]
Immediately after minimally invasive spine surgery, patients are monitored as they recover from anesthesia and are assessed for pain, movement and neurological function. Depending on the procedure, some patients may be able to go home the same day, while others may require an overnight stay.
Pain, soreness and stiffness around the surgical area are common during […]
Pain can be an unfortunate part of life. It’s the way that your body signals an underlying problem. So you schedule an appointment with your doctor, get medication prescribed, and the pain gradually fades away with time. But, for people suffering from chronic back pain, this is not usually the case. Conditions such […]
Perhaps you are looking for an effective method to treat a spine condition. However, the mention of back surgery is not that appealing, is it? The good news is, with the current technological advancements in the field of medicine, you can undergo a minimally invasive spinal procedure to alleviate your pain.
Dr. James Zaslavsky has completed thorough training in the use of this new device for cervical disc replacements at First State Spine! This device is the first and only cervical disc replacement in the U.S. approved to treat more than one level of the cervical spine with fewer complications, fewer operations, and quicker recovery times.
Delaware Today released its annual list of the best of the best in Delaware. Congratulations to the docs at First State Spine that made the list for 2020!
Here are 10 important questions to ask your spine doctor about their practice, experience, and possible procedures.
Delaware’s Top Doc for Spine Surgery, Dr. James Zaslavsky now offers cervical disc replacements with one of the newest surgical tools available!
Here are 5 reasons First State Spine chooses physical therapy as a way to treat back pain and neck pain - Surgery is always our last resort!
Dr. James Zaslavsky explains the ways he reduces risks for his patients undergoing cervical spine surgery.
