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Dr. Alok Sharan
March 28, 2024

Opioid-Free Spine Surgery: Embracing a New Era

Can Exercise Make Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Worse? Movements to Avoid
August 19, 2026

Can Exercise Make Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Worse? Movements to Avoid

Lumbar spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal in the lower back becomes narrowed, potentially putting pressure on the nerves traveling into the legs. Exercise...
When Is Back Pain a Surgical Emergency? Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
August 4, 2026

When Is Back Pain a Surgical Emergency? Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

Back pain is one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of people every year. In many cases, it improves with rest, physical therapy,...
Why Choose Awake Spine Surgery? Benefits, Safety, and Faster Recovery Explained
July 21, 2026

Why Choose Awake Spine Surgery? Benefits, Safety, and Faster Recovery Explained

If you’ve been told you may need spine surgery, one of your biggest concerns is likely the use of general anesthesia. Many patients worry about...
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July 11, 2026

How Do I Choose the Best Surgeon for My Spine?

Choosing a spine surgeon is one of the most consequential medical decisions you will ever make. The outcome of surgery depends not just on the...
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June 28, 2026

Back Surgery Without Opioids

Back Surgery Without Opioids For decades, opioid painkillers have been treated as an unavoidable part of spine surgery. You have the operation, you go home...
Sciatica Treatment in NJ: Answers to the Most Common Questions Patients Ask Before Choosing a Spine Specialist
June 20, 2026

Sciatica Treatment in NJ: Answers to the Most Common Questions Patients Ask Before Choosing a Spine Specialist

Sciatica can make even simple daily activities feel challenging. Whether you’re struggling to sit comfortably, drive to work, walk long distances, or sleep through the...
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