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Why Would You Need Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Why Would You Need Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Why Would You Need Spinal Fusion Surgery?Desert Spine and Pain
Published on: 13/10/2026

Why would you need spinal fusion surgery? The conditions, signs, and red flags that lead to fusion, plus when it is truly necessary and when it is not.

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Who Performs Nerve Ablation? The Specialists Behind the Procedure

Who Performs Nerve Ablation? The Specialists Behind the Procedure

Who Performs Nerve Ablation? The Specialists Behind the ProcedureDesert Spine and Pain
Published on: 13/10/2026

Nerve ablation is done by fellowship-trained interventional pain and spine specialists. Learn who performs it, how to choose one, and what to expect.

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Spine Impairment Ratings Explained: How They're Determined and Why They Matter

Spine Impairment Ratings Explained: How They're Determined and Why They Matter

Spine Impairment Ratings Explained: How They're Determined and Why They MatterDesert Spine and Pain
Published on: 12/10/2026

A spine impairment rating is a doctor-assigned percentage of permanent loss. See how the AMA Guides determine it and why it drives your injury claim.

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Why Spinal Fluid Leaks Can Happen After Back Surgery

Why Spinal Fluid Leaks Can Happen After Back Surgery

Why Spinal Fluid Leaks Can Happen After Back SurgeryDesert Spine and Pain
Published on: 12/10/2026

A spinal fluid leak after back surgery usually comes from a small tear in the dura. Learn why it happens, who is at risk, the symptoms, and how it is treated.

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Which Vertebrae Affect Which Nerves? A Spinal Nerve Guide

Which Vertebrae Affect Which Nerves? A Spinal Nerve Guide

Which Vertebrae Affect Which Nerves? A Spinal Nerve GuideDesert Spine and Pain
Published on: 11/10/2026

Which vertebrae affect which nerves? A clear spinal nerve guide mapping every level, C1 to the sacrum, to the body parts and symptoms it controls.

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When Is Back Pain Considered Chronic?

When Is Back Pain Considered Chronic?

When Is Back Pain Considered Chronic?Desert Spine and Pain
Published on: 11/10/2026

Back pain is considered chronic once it lasts longer than 12 weeks. Learn the acute vs. chronic timeline, what causes it, and when to see a specialist.

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