If you've been diagnosed with Bertolotti syndrome, or suspect it may be the source of your pain, this episode is your lifeline. Whether you're searching for treatment options, understanding what a Bertolotti resection surgery is, or wondering why your chronic low back pain has been dismissed for years, this doctor-patient conversation delivers real answers.

Dr. Colin Haines, a nationally recognized spine surgeon and one of the few true experts in Bertolotti syndrome, joins us to explain this misunderstood condition, caused by a pseudoarticulation between the L5 transverse process and sacrum, and why so many patients are misdiagnosed or ignored.

You'll also hear from Janel, a patient who endured years of unrelenting pain, countless failed treatments, and emotional exhaustion until she found Dr. Haines. Her journey from hopelessness to healing through personalized diagnosis and a successful Bertolotti resection procedure is proof that hope is not lost.

🔎 What you'll learn:

• How Bertolotti syndrome causes lower back and leg pain

• Why it's often overlooked by doctors

• The difference between fusion vs. resection surgery

• How to identify red flags and advocate for yourself

• What recovery and life after resection surgery can look like

Whether you're desperate for a second opinion, searching for new pain-relief solutions, or looking for a Bertolotti syndrome specialist, this episode will empower you with knowledge, resources, and the reminder: you are not alone - and your pain is real.

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