Atlanta Brain and Spine Care

10/03/2025

Some patients suffering from acute and chronic back pain may be offered an option of epidural steroid injections as a means of pain management. These patients have generally tried more conservative treatments first but have not received significant pain relief. Learn about the pros and cons at https://atlantabrainandspine.com/pros-and-cons-of-epidural-steroid-injections-for-back-pain/

10/03/2025

When discs become damaged, the result is often pain, loss of flexibility, and reduced range of motion. Discs are flat and round, with a tough outer ring that surrounds and protects the soft inner core, called the nucleus pulposes. Over time, the outer layer of the disc can weaken and develop small tears. Learn more at https://atlantabrainandspine.com/will-herniated-discs-heal-on-their-own/

10/03/2025

A herniated disc is a common spinal condition. Herniated discs often heal on their own within 4-6 weeks. Most cases do not require surgery. Learn more at https://atlantabrainandspine.com/will-herniated-discs-heal-on-their-own/

09/03/2025

Disc degeneration is a normal part of aging, and is not usually a problem. However, degenerative disc disease can cause the discs to lose height and to become stiff. When disc height is lost, nerve impingement, bone and joint inflammation, and resultant pain can occur. Visit us to learn more.

As we age, our vertebral discs, which serve as shock absorbers for the spine, gradually dry out, affecting their strength and resiliency. This can lead to degenerative disc disease (DDD). DDD of the cervical spine is a relatively common condition for aging adults. However, many people who have cervi...

09/03/2025

Dr. Wewel’s expertise includes the surgical treatment of herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, spinal tumors, brain tumors, stereotactic radiosurgery, intracerebral hemorrhages, and trauma. Hear what patients are saying about him on Google.

09/03/2025

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is not actually a disease in the normal sense. It is considered a condition that refers to the wear and tear that happens to the discs in the spine. Learn more at: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/what-is-degenerative-disc-disease/

07/31/2025

Signs of scoliosis include uneven shoulders, uneven waist, elevated hips, shoulder blades that jut out, uneven leg length, constant leaning to one side, and the head not centered above the pelvis. Learn more about this spinal condition at: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/adult-degenerative-scoliosis/

06/04/2025

Mena G. Kerolus, M.D. is a neurosurgeon with dual fellowship training in both neurological and orthopedic spine surgery. Hear what patients are saying about Dr. Kerolus.

06/04/2025

Artificial discs have been designed to replace discs in the spine that are damaged due to severe degenerative disc disease. Like hip, knee, and other joint replacement surgeries, artificial discs may prove to be the answer for people with certain types of spinal conditions. Learn more: https://atlantabrainandspine.com/surgical-treatments/artificial-discs/

05/01/2025

Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) offers many advantages over traditional open surgery. MISS involves one or more small incisions through which the surgeon inserts a small tube, or endoscope. Learn more at https://atlantabrainandspine.com/benefits-of-minimally-invasive-spine-surgery-what-patients-should-know/