Neck and back injuries are the most common injuries sustained as the result of car accidents. These injuries are often complex and if not treated effectively can linger for years or even longer. At Spiel MD we have specialized expertise with treating these types of soft tissue injuries, and doing all that we can to…
Read MoreFor those already struggling with PTSD, the added stress of the past few months has made managing their symptoms all the more challenging. Additionally, the traumatic experiences of first responders and medical workers who have been dealing with the ongoing situations in the United States on our domestic front lines may prove to have a…
Read MoreCar accidents are an event that nobody can ever be truly prepared for. Thousands of people are injured in car accidents every year, and for many the road to recovery isn’t as simple as they had hoped. Navigating the confusing and unfamiliar process of finding care for your injuries should not be an additional burden.…
Read MoreOn Monday, May 9, 2016 MensHealth.com published a fantastic article dealing with 5 different body parts that are extremely sensitive to pain featuring medical insight from Dr. Spiel! Below is an excerpt featuring Dr. Spiels take on the front and back of the knee for the full article click here! 4. The front and back…
Read MoreThis past Sunday Dr. Douglas Spiel was interviewed on WCBS’s American Health Front television segment. The show highlighted the break through treatment, the Intellicath™ that was conceptualized by Dr. Spiel to treat patients dealing with chronic pelvic pain. If you didn’t have a chance to tune into the program check out the video below for…
Read MoreDr. Douglas Spiel introduces his breakthrough research dealing with Chronic Pelvic Pain in both men and wemon to a room of his peers in Chicago!
Read MoreOMICS Group is Organizing International Conference and Exhibition on Pain Medicine during June 08-10, 2015 atChicago, USA. This conference will be organized around the theme “Pain: Approaches to Predict, Control and Relieve”. This annual Pain Medicine conference is a remarkable event which brings together a unique and international mix of large and medium medical and…
Read MoreQ: What type of procedure is used for spinal stenosis? Is there any procedure that would help a slippage between L4 and L5?
Read MoreEpiduroscopy is a procedure performed through the sacral hiatus utilizing a flexible scope along with a laser. Although I have successfully performed these in the past, I feel that the level of visualization and ultimate efficacy is subpar when compared to endoscopic procedures performed through the neural foramina and interspinous space. These procedures utilize rigged…
Read MoreMaintaining a healthy diet and weight will greatly reduce the risk of back injuries. Excess body weight can compress intervertbral discs and subject the spine to unnecessary stresses that will make every movement that much more of a burden. Eating a healthy diet, though, will not only help you maintain a healthy weight, but also…
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