NASS Offers Spine Professionals a Free Evidence-Based Medicine Guide to
Diagnosing and Treating Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Spine professionals now have a new resource to help them diagnose and treat a common disorder: degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis. The North American Spine Society (NASS) has issued a revised edition of its popular evidence-based clinical guideline, Diagnosis and Treatment of Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Stenosis.
Artists Get a Backbone: The Art of the Human Spine Celebrated at
International Meeting
Silent Auction of Unique Art to Benefit Spine Research
“Mind Over Matter” Really Matters in Spine Surgery
What if a spine surgeon could predict patient outcomes by doing a simple psychological test? Four new studies on psychosocial factors that can help surgeons predict outcomes were presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
Further Confirmation: Smoking is Bad News for Spine Health
More bad news for smokers: experts have found yet another reason you should quit. This time, your spine health is in jeopardy, according to the authors of two new studies presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
How to Save $126 Million in U.S. Spine Surgery Costs Annually
By implementing a simple awareness program, US spine surgeons can save more than $126 million in surgery costs each year, according to a study presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
New Spine Research Urges Teens to Skip Squat Lifts in Weight Training
Researchers at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society are warning teen athletes away from a popular weight training exercise.
A Fresh Look at Some Common and Controversial Spine Procedures
Three popular, yet controversial, spine treatments are the subjects of three “Best Papers” at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
Large Study Finds Correlation Between Height, BMI and Lower Back Pain
A comprehensive study of more than 800,000 young adults confirms a correlation between lower back pain and height and weight. The study, “The Relationship Between the Body Mass Index, Body Height and the Prevalence of Low Back Pain in Young Adults” was presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
A Novel Approach for Treating Chronic Lower Back Pain
A new, minimally-invasive treatment may help millions of patients with common, chronic lower back pain, according to a study presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of North American Spine Society (NASS). Researchers say that ablation of the basivertebral nerve may provide patients with a way out of disabling lower back pain without having to undergo major surgery.
With Age Comes Wisdom…And Neck Pain Relief Options
In the past, “grinning and bearing” pain was a way of life for older people. Now a new study presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS) indicates that today’s elders can receive significant benefits from certain spine treatments, including surgery.
Spine Researchers Present New Findings on Surgical Site Infections
In the health world, infection is the enemy, and spine surgeons are no exception. Three studies that challenge what many spine surgeons believe about postoperative wound infection were presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
Studies Examine Some of the “Haves” and “Have Nots” in Spine Surgery
While disparities in the American health care system are well-established, no one has examined the timing of intervention and outcomes after spinal surgery while factoring in race, ethnicity or insurance status—until now. The findings of two studies on this topic were presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS).
Watch Your Back with Easy, Inexpensive Vitamin D
Research presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS) encourages patients to prevent spine problems by taking easy, inexpensive vitamin D.
Michael Heggeness, MD, PhD Named President of North American Spine Society
Michael H. Heggeness, MD, PhD, has been named president of the North American Spine Society (NASS) for 2011-2012. Dr. Heggeness, professor of orthopedic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, was named to the post during the NASS 26th Annual Meeting in Chicago.
The Spine Journal Announces The Outstanding Paper and Editors’ Choice
Award Winners
After a year marked by record submissions, unprecedented publicity and an increased Impact Factor, The Spine Journal has selected its winners for the “Outstanding Paper Awards” and the “Editors’ Choice Award.” The winners were announced at the 26th Annual Meeting of the North American Spine Society (NASS) in Chicago.
NASS Announces Research Grant and Traveling Fellowship Winners
The North American Spine Society (NASS) announced the winners of the 2011 Research Grant and Research Traveling Fellowship awards at its 26th Annual Meeting in Chicago.
NASS Names “2011 Recognition Award Winners”
At its 26th Annual Meeting, the North American Spine Society (NASS) announced the winners of its prestigious “2011 Recognition Awards.” To be considered for these awards, individuals were nominated by their peers for their outstanding contributions to NASS and the field of spine care.
North American Spine Society and Orthofix Partnership
Raises More Than $31,000 to Help Japan Tsunami and Earthquake Victims
In the aftermath of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, many individuals and businesses stepped forward to assist the survivors, including the members of the North American Spine Society (NASS) and Orthofix.
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