Spine and Wellness News
Back on the Field: How Pediatric Pars Repair Helped a Teen Athlete Return to Soccer
After months of back pain threatened his soccer career, 16-year-old Nathan Young found the right diagnosis and a motion-preserving pediatric pars repair with Farah Musharbash, MD — then worked his way back to competitive play.
He Could Barely Walk. Robotic Spine Surgery Got Him Back on His Feet.
After more than a year of back pain, leg numbness, and temporary fixes, Jeff Bigley could barely walk. Minimally invasive robotic spine surgery at Atlantic Brain and Spine helped him get back on his feet — and back to work.
What Patients Wish They Knew Before Spine Surgery
Lauren Eskuchen, APN, Director of Nursing at Atlantic Brain and Spine, shares what patients should know before spine surgery, from diagnosis and preparation to recovery and support.
A New Era in Spine Surgery: Preserving Motion, Protecting Quality of Life
Spine surgery is no longer focused solely on relieving pain. Learn how motion-preserving procedures are helping patients maintain mobility, protect long-term spine health, and return to the activities they love.
Finally Finding Hope: The Answer to Her Pain Was a Team of Doctors Who Actually Listened
After years of unexplained burning leg pain, Glynis Watson finally found answers when a spinal tumor was discovered and treated by a specialized spine team.
Your Doctor’s Doctor: How Atlantic Brain and Spine Is Setting a New Standard for Spine Care
Atlantic Brain and Spine is setting a new standard for spine care with a patient-first approach built on compassion, collaboration, comprehensive care, and advanced technology.
Back in Play: Dr. Farah Musharbash Helps Young Athletes Heal from Pediatric Pars Fractures
Back pain in young athletes is often dismissed as “growing pains,” but it may signal a pars fracture. Learn how early diagnosis and motion-preserving treatments help kids heal and return to sports safely.
Precision Over Perception: Redefining What a Spine Surgeon Looks Like
Female spine surgeons are transforming neurosurgery through innovation, leadership, and robotic expertise—reshaping outcomes for patients nationwide.
How Spine Surgery Helped a Tennis Player Get Back on the Court
A car accident left former tennis player Susan Berlin unable to stand upright or play the sport she loved. With expert care from Dr. Jonathan Baskin, she underwent minimally invasive spine surgery that restored her strength, mobility, and confidence—getting her back on the court and back to living life on her terms.
From Constant Pain to Inner Peace: Revision Surgery Saves a Patient’s Spine
After nearly 20 years of constant pain, Ari found relief with revision spine surgery by Dr. Kimberly Ashayeri. Here’s her journey.
Which Spine Surgery Is Right for You? 5 Approaches
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to spine care. Learn about five advanced approaches to spine surgery—from minimally invasive to motion-preserving—and how the expert team at Atlantic Brain and Spine helps you find the right one.
A Long Journey: How the Search for World-Class Spine Care Led One Patient Back to New Jersey
From big-city hospitals to globe-trotting journeys, Howard Zagorin spent years searching for relief from debilitating spine pain. His breakthrough came not in New York, but closer to home—thanks to the expertise and compassion of Drs. Frisoli and Ashayeri at Atlantic Brain and Spine.
Back in the Game: How Emergency Spine Surgery Saved a Soccer Star
After a car accident threatened her mobility, high school soccer captain Molly Mack made a remarkable comeback with expert spine surgery by Dr. Ashayeri at Atlantic Brain and Spine. Discover her inspiring recovery story.
The Future of Spine Care: 6 Benefits of Advanced Robotic Spine Surgery
Advances in robotic surgery are revolutionizing spine treatment, offering enhanced precision, faster recoveries, and better outcomes for patients.
Back in the Swing: How Innovative Robotic Spine Surgery Restored One Patient’s Independence
Crippling back pain left Gene Rampone immobile—until Dr. Kimberly Ashayeri used robotic spine surgery to help him walk pain-free just hours after the procedure. Now, he’s back to an active, independent life.
Overlook Medical Center adds ExcelsiusGPS™ robotic navigation system to enhance spine surgeries
Dr. Kimberly Ashayeri is among those leading the use of the ExcelsiusGPS™, a revolutionary robotic navigation platform designed to improve accuracy while increasing safety for both patients and the surgical team within the operating room.
Robotic Surgery is Delivering Life-Changing Patient Outcomes
Robotic spine surgery is transforming spine care and changing patients’ lives … delivering remarkable benefits that were once thought impossible.
Motion Preserving Spine Surgery: Advancing Patient Mobility and Outcomes
The future for treating chronic neck and back pain really is here! Life-changing, motion-preserving surgery avoids traditional fusion and preserves the natural motion of the spine. Learn more from Dr. Jonathan Baskin, a leading spine specialist.
What Activities Should be Avoided with Cervical Spinal Stenosis
If you have cervical spinal stenosis, there are several things you should avoid to prevent further damage or aggravation of your symptoms.
Serious Neck Pain is No Joke: Why Your Approach to Seeking Care is Critical
Leading neurosurgeon Dr. Jonathan Baskin advises on what to do when you need care for potentially life-altering neck injuries.
Artificial disc replacement is a growing alternative to traditional spinal fusion
Dr. Jonathan Baskin, who is leading the way in spine health, recently spoke about how artificial disc replacement surgery is redefining cervical spine surgery.
Debunking Four of the Most Common Misconceptions About Neurosurgery
Many symptoms related to neurosurgery, such as back pain, can be very complex – and it doesn’t help that there are many misconceptions surrounding the specialty.
The Keys to Beating Back Pain in Your 80s, According to a Patient Who’s Been There
Eighty-two-year-old Jaqueline Camuso shares how she conquered a year-long battle with spinal stenosis.
Don’t let neck pain and picking the right doctor be a pain in the neck
If you suffer from neck pain — the third leading cause of chronic pain in the country affecting more than 80 million Americans — understanding its causes and how to treat it is critical.
