Vertiflex is a surgical procedure that treats spinal stenosis by expanding the spinal canal. The spinal canal is the space that houses the spinal cord, connecting the vertebrae in the lower back all the way down to the sacrum. In people who suffer from spinal stenosis, the spinal canal becomes narrowed, compressing the spinal cord and causing a variety of unpleasant symptoms, including pain, weakness, numbness, and difficulty walking.

Vertiflex is a surgical procedure that treats spinal stenosis by expanding the spinal canal. The spinal canal is the space that houses the spinal cord, connecting the vertebrae in the lower back all the way down to the sacrum. In people who suffer from spinal stenosis, the spinal canal becomes narrowed, compressing the spinal cord and causing a variety of unpleasant symptoms, including pain, weakness, numbness, and difficulty walking.

A common back and spine problem is herniated or bulging discs. Nearly everyone will know someone who has experienced a herniated disc at some point in their lives. It's painful and we hope you're one of the fortunate ones who don't have to endure it. In many cases, these discs will heal on their own with no long-term consequences.

There are two main categories of spinal arthritis: inflammatory arthritis and osteoarthritis. The first is caused by chronic autoimmune disorders, while the second is related to the deterioration of the joints that happens as a person gets older.  At Princeton Orthopaedic Associates, we understand both types of arthritis and have treatment options to address them.  […]