Featuring the National Spine Health Foundation’s Opioid, Pain, & Spine Health Task Force, our experts discuss the significant challenges surrounding back and neck pain management and the appropriate use of opioid medications in managing both acute and chronic spine pain. Our expert panel highlights the complexity of pain management following spine surgery, the risks associated with opioid use, and ways to minimize opioid dependency while effectively managing pain.

This compassionate conversation touches on modern strategies, including multimodal pain management, the implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, and the promise of personalized medicine tailored to individual patient needs. Our Task Force dives into the importance of patient education to prevent opioid addiction and the benefit of understanding genetic profiles in predicting opioid dependence to develop strategies to avoid dependence. 

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Neck pain can be a real nuisance but understanding what is going on and how to treat it can make all the difference. A panel of leading spine experts explores the causes, symptoms, and treatments for neck problems, recorded at the Cervical Spine Research Society meeting. Learn about symptoms, non-surgical treatments, when to consider surgery, and modern surgical options.

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When it comes to spine health, taking care of the 33 bones-the vertebrae- that make up your spine is very important. Keeping these bones healthy and strong keeps your spine in motion. If you need to have surgery in your spine, the bones need to be strong enough to sustain the correction that surgery is attempting to do.  And if your vertebrae are weak, they can fracture creating a complicated recovery picture. 

Osteoporosis is the condition of weakened bones, and knowledge about it should not be limited to the elderly; prevention starts early in life. Staying in motion keeps you alive, so preventing fractures and keeping the bones strong are critical to your life. We dive into these topics in this comprehensive overview of bone health, osteoporosis and your spine.

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Are you at risk for Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis, commonly dubbed the "silent disease," often escapes notice due to a lack of symptoms until a fracture occurs.  

Particularly after age 50, monitoring your bone health and bone density becomes crucial. With an estimated 1.5 million spine-related fractures annually attributed to osteoporosis, raising awareness and championing osteoporosis prevention is imperative.

This month, the National Spine Health Foundation’s Spine and Bone Health Task Force is highlighting spine and bone health through its latest Spine-Talks video on bone health and bone density. Our dedicated task force is committed to addressing the challenges surrounding bone health, with a strong focus on public education about prevention, management, and strategies to combat osteoporosis. Join us to gain invaluable insights and take a proactive stance toward safeguarding your skeletal strength.

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This latest National Spine Health Foundation (NSHF) Spine-Talks video from our Spine and Bone Health Task Force is focused on the connection between the lumbar/lower spine and bone health and the need to measure your bone density before having a lumbar spine surgery to ensure the best chance of a successful surgical outcome.

This episode was captured during the Lumbar Spine Research Society (LSRS) meeting in Chicago, Illinois and includes not only NSHF’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Rita Roy and two members of the Spine and Bone Health Task Force (Drs. Paul Anderson and Benjamin Elder), but also the LSRS President, Dr. Jason Savage.

NSHF is proud of our very dedicated Task Force members who are committed to addressing the challenges surrounding spine and bone health, with a strong focus on public education about prevention, management, and strategies to combat osteoporosis. Join us to gain invaluable insights on things you need to consider regarding any procedures you might be considering to help alleviate your lumbar spine and lower back issues.

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 Osteoporosis can lead to fractures, deformities, and poor surgical outcomes. Orthopedic spine surgeons Dr. Paul Anderson and Dr. Venu Nemani discuss how bone health affects cervical spine conditions. Learn why screening is essential, how osteoporosis impacts patients, and discover modern advancements in treatment that can improve outcomes and quality of life.

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In this enlightening episode of Spine Talks, Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of the National Spine Health Foundation, is joined by Dr. Paul Anderson from the University of Wisconsin and Dr. Lora Giangregorio of the Fragility Fracture Network and University of Waterloo to address one of the most common yet under-discussed spine conditions—vertebral compression fractures.

Together, they delve into the causes, treatment options, and prevention strategies for fragility fractures, offering both clinical insights and practical advice for patients and caregivers.

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In this episode of Spine Talks, Dr. Rita Roy, alongside Dr. Richard Guyer and Dr. Domagoj Coric, explores the cutting-edge advancements of spine surgery. 

Discover the evolution of artificial disc replacement, the benefits of motion preservation, and the importance of patient advocacy in accessing new treatments.

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