Gelfand Spine

07/20/2026

"Laser spine surgery" sounds cutting-edge, but the marketing outpaces the evidence. Laser is just one energy source we use in spine surgery — not even the most common one. What actually helps patients? Real minimally invasive techniques like endoscopic discectomy: smaller incisions, faster recovery, outcomes backed by evidence, not ads. Read the full breakdown on our blog. https://www.gelfandspineny.com/post/laser-spine-surgery

07/13/2026

Spine surgery has changed a lot — many procedures that once needed a large incision can now be done through an opening smaller than a fingertip. Endoscopic surgery is the newest, least invasive option, but it's still only performed by a small number of surgeons in the US because it's genuinely hard to master. Dr. Gelfand explains why in our latest post.
https://www.gelfandspineny.com/post/minimally-invasive-and-endoscopic-spine-surgery-prevalence

07/07/2026

Is that "pinched nerve" feeling in your neck actually something you can fix without surgery?
If neck pain has been creeping down into your shoulder or arm — with tingling, numbness, or weakness along for the ride — you might be dealing with cervical radiculopathy. Here's the surprising part: most people recover fully without ever needing an operation.
So what's really causing it, and when should you actually worry? We break it all down in our latest post. 👇
https://www.gelfandspineny.com/post/cervical-radiculopathy-1

06/30/2026

Most back pain isn’t caused by nerve compression or structural damage — and that’s good news. Evidence shows that nonspecific low back pain often improves with movement, heat, and exercise rather than rest or opioids.

🔹 Stay active
🔹 Use heat for relief
🔹 Focus on gradual exercise

Learn what the research really says about recovery. https://www.gelfandspineny.com/post/25b47a12

Of course, if symptoms do not resolve consult your local appropriate healthcare professional.

06/25/2026

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06/25/2026

When the first lumbar fusion doesn’t solve the problem, a second surgery doesn’t have to be a shot in the dark. Our latest guide covers when revision lumbar fusion is needed, what surgeons evaluate, and how precision planning improves outcomes. Read the full article: https://wix.to/XTkxcYT

Navigating recurrent symptoms, failed hardware, and spinal alignment demands more than a second operation — it demands a second opinion built on precision.