By William Tobler, MD When I tell patients that they can have their spine surgery done as an outpatient procedure, I can feel the atmosphere change. I can hear the relief in
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Working in a danger zone: Treating cavernous sinus meningiomas effectively & safely
By Yair Gozal, MD, PhD Cavernous sinus meningiomas – benign yet threatening tumors – are lodged in a most inconvenient location. They sit above the skull at the base of the brain,
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The ‘double crush’: When a nerve pinches in 2 places
By Robert Whitten, MD Medicine can be complicated. At times a neurological condition causes double trouble, as when a nerve pinches in two places. It’s what we call a “double crush.” At
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Mayfield lifts brain tumor programs in 3 health systems
Brain Tumor Awareness Month is a perfect time to reflect on the role of Mayfield Brain & Spine as a catalyst for excellence in three major health systems in the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky
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Losing weight without exercise: there’s an app for that
By Debbie Moesle, MPT Have you ever heard of a physical therapist who doesn’t like to exercise? If not, now you have! I am the exception that proves the rule: a sedentary
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You’re never too young to have a stroke, and you’re never too old to take action to prevent one
By Andrew Ringer, MD The passing of actor Luke Perry from a massive stroke at age 52 reminds us that a stroke can happen to anyone at any age. It also reminds
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When your baggage includes spine pain, try these travel tips
By Jenna Till, DPT Long-distance travel can be a challenge in the best of circumstances. But if you suffer from back or neck pain, have difficulty sitting for long periods, or have
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Be smart when shoveling snow: protect your heart, body, and back!
By David Stover, ATC, PTA Winter has finally arrived in the heartland, and with it the responsibility for homeowners to shovel their walks and driveways. Snow shoveling is a strenuous, aerobic activity
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Awake craniotomy: when patients play a role in their own brain surgery
By Christopher McPherson, MD It sounds like something out of a Hollywood movie: having brain surgery while you’re awake! In fact, it is painless. More importantly, it can save your life.
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Losing weight when your back hurts: it can be done!
By Lisa Cleveland, PT We see it every day at Mayfield Physical Therapy: patients who are between a rock and a hard place. They are hurting; they need to strengthen and stretch;
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Cesium implants: a highly targeted option for some brain tumors
By Christopher McPherson, MD When the diagnosis is a brain tumor, we need to consider all the options. The big four comprise surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy. A lesser-known treatment that can
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A nurse practitioner maps an expedited path to improved spine care
A nurse practitioner’s passion for improving patient outcomes could lead to a change in the way neurosurgical patients are treated. Jody Miniard, DNP, a nurse practitioner at Mayfield Brain & Spine and
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