/ Apr 13, 2023

Dr. Zaslavsky Interview with Peter MacArthur 4/12/2023

2023-08-14T18:17:44+00:00April 13th, 2023|Back Pain, Non-Surgical Procedures|

Listen to the whole interview here, or read the transcript below:

Peter McArthur: It’s 9:10 here in Delaware. It’s Wednesday, April 12th. I’m Peter MacArthur. Hey, thanks for joining us this morning. If you are dealing with back issues, the ones that don’t go away, they get worse. They affect your quality of life. You […]

/ Mar 14, 2023

Introducing the Intracept Procedure for Low Back Pain

2023-03-14T15:29:21+00:00March 14th, 2023|Back Pain, Non-Surgical Procedures|

If you have lived with chronic low back pain and have been unable to find relief with traditional pain management, surgery or injections, a new treatment called the Intracept Procedure may be right for you.

The team at First State Spine has introduced the Intracept Procedure at their practice for patients suffering […]

/ Nov 14, 2022

Dr. Downing Interview with Peter MacArthur 11/4/2022

2022-11-14T17:27:52+00:00November 14th, 2022|Cell-based therapy, Regenerative Medicine|

Listen to the whole interview here, or read the transcript below:


Peter MacArthur: 9:36 here on AM 1150 and 101.7 FM WDEL.com. How are you feeling this morning? Do you wake up day after day and deal with back and neck pain and think you’ve exhausted your options? You’ve had surgery, […]

/ Nov 2, 2022

Introduction to Lumbar Radiculopathy

2022-12-07T15:33:17+00:00November 2nd, 2022|Uncategorized|

Lumbar radiculopathy is becoming a common symptom among adults. It is likely to affect 3 to 5% of adults in their lifetime. Despite this condition being treatable, recognizing the symptoms of it can help you seek expert support and obtain appropriate treatment sooner. While most cases of lumbar radiculopathy heal without surgery, […]

/ Sep 15, 2022

What are the Benefits and Risks of Cell-Based Treatments?

2022-09-26T13:46:47+00:00September 15th, 2022|Cell-based therapy, Regenerative Medicine|

What Are the Risks and Benefits of Cell-Based Treatments?

Many people are discovering the benefits of cell-based therapies, commonly known as stem cell treatments or regenerative medicine, in treating orthopedic conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, and chronic low back pain. These treatments have offered patients hope for long-term pain relief and healing. Patients […]

/ Aug 11, 2022

What Should I Expect When I See a Spine Specialist?

2022-09-13T13:44:06+00:00August 11th, 2022|Tips & Tricks|

The first time you see a spine specialist, it’s normal to have questions about what you should expect during your visit. Whether you just started experiencing pain for the first time or have been dealing with pain for a longer time, you deserve answers to the problems you are experiencing.  

First State […]

/ Aug 4, 2022

Spinal Cord Stimulation: How it Works

2022-09-13T13:37:17+00:00August 4th, 2022|Chronic Pain, Pain Management, Spine Health|

Spinal cord stimulation therapy is a treatment that interrupts pain signals before they reach the brain. A small device, similar to a pacemaker, is implanted in the body and delivers electrical pulses to the spinal cord. This is an option for patients with chronic leg or arm pain. 

What is Spinal Cord Stimulation?

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