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Neurosurgery One Our back and neck pain clinic allows patients with urgent back or neck pain to be seen quickly.

Our fellowship-trained neurosurgeons utilize the latest treatments and most advanced technology supported by medical research to treat a full range of spine and brain conditions. Spine surgeons and neurosurgeons at Neurosurgery One Littleton provide expert neurosurgery and spine care, including advanced spine surgery and pain management for lasting back pain relief and neck pain relief. Our spine doctors and back pain specialists deliver comprehensive diagnosis, imaging referrals, spine physical therapy, spinal injections, spinal cord stimulators, and minimally invasive procedures. And our neurosurgeons provide full neurosurgical services, with specialties in deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s and essential tremor, treatment for trigeminal neuralgia, brain tumor surgery, and movement disorders.

10/19/2026

One of the biggest questions patients have before spinal fusion surgery: What will recovery actually feel like?

The first 2–3 days after surgery are typically when patients experience the most postoperative pain. From there, it generally begins to improve.

By around two weeks, many patients are feeling much better and the pain they had before surgery may already be significantly improved. What remains is often soreness from the surgery itself, which can continue to resolve as recovery progresses.

Every patient and recovery is different, but knowing what to expect can make the process feel a little less uncertain.

Save this Reel if spinal fusion is something you’re considering, and follow along for more of Dr. Asfahani’s answers to common questions about spine surgery and recovery.

10/16/2026

Epidural steroid injections: Risk vs. Rewards, Part 2 💡

In Part 1, we talked about the risks. Now let’s talk about the rewards, and what these injections can (and can’t) do.

First, thank you to everyone who shared your experiences on Part 1. Everyone’s spine and everyone’s experience is different. If an injection didn’t help you, or you’re wondering whether one is right for you, schedule an appointment with one of our interventional pain management specialists who can help you understand your options.

An epidural steroid injection doesn’t fix a herniated disc or arthritis. It’s not designed to. Here’s what it is designed to do:

When a disc presses on a nerve in your spine, that nerve gets inflamed. That inflammation is often what’s causing the pain. The steroid is a strong anti-inflammatory. It’s placed right next to the irritated nerve to help calm it down.

That relief can open a window to:
✔️ Get back to physical therapy
✔️ Do your exercises with less pain
✔️ Give your body time to heal

For some people, the disc herniation settles down on its own while the steroid is working, and the pain doesn’t return after it wears off.

Think of it as one tool in a bigger plan, not the whole plan.

Missed Part 1 on safety? Find it on our page. 👈 Looking to learn more? Read about epidural steroid injections here: https://f.mtr.cool/3ieacljxdd

For chronic low back pain that hasn’t responded to conservative care, the next step doesn’t have to be major surgery.For...
10/15/2026

For chronic low back pain that hasn’t responded to conservative care, the next step doesn’t have to be major surgery.

For many people, the answer may be a minimally invasive procedure. These use smaller incisions, cause less tissue disruption, and are often done as outpatient care.

The key is finding the true source of your pain first. It isn’t always a pinched nerve or herniated disc. It could be a nerve inside the vertebra, a deep back muscle that’s stopped supporting your spine, or the joint where your spine meets your pelvis. Each cause calls for a different treatment.

Spine surgeon Dr. Lloyd Mobley breaks down 5 types of minimally invasive spine surgery, what each treats, and who may be a candidate: https://www.neurosurgeryone.com/blog/minimally-invasive-spine-surgery-types/

10/13/2026

How safe are epidural steroid injections?

They’re typically very safe, but like any procedure, there are potential risks. Most are minor, such as temporary soreness or bruising, while complications like bleeding, infection or nerve injury are very uncommon.

Knowing what to expect can help you feel more confident going into your procedure.

Watch PART 2 where Dr. Woodworth talks more about rewards and how epidural steroid injections can be used to heal: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1YtaxLhmas/

If you’ve done “everything” for your low back pain and nothing has stuck, you’re not out of options. A specific and ofte...
10/12/2026

If you’ve done “everything” for your low back pain and nothing has stuck, you’re not out of options. A specific and often-missed cause called vertebrogenic pain could be behind it.

It happens when the endplates of the spinal bones are damaged, triggering a nerve called the basivertebral nerve to send constant pain signals.

Talk with a qualified clinician about whether vertebrogenic pain could be the missing piece in your back pain story.

As National PA Week comes to a close, we want to take a moment to recognize our incredible physician assistants! We're g...
10/09/2026

As National PA Week comes to a close, we want to take a moment to recognize our incredible physician assistants!

We're grateful for the role they play at Neurosurgery One and the difference they make daily, showing up with expertise and dedication to help patients find the relief and answers they're looking for.

Join us in thanking our PAs for all they do!

10/08/2026

Spinal fusion can be a misunderstood procedure, and it’s also a major operation that should have a clear reason behind it.

For us, recommending a spinal fusion is about carefully evaluating the patient, understanding what’s causing their symptoms, and determining whether a fusion is the right treatment for their specific situation.

That’s an important conversation to have with your surgeon. Why is a fusion being recommended? What problem is it intended to address? And what can you realistically expect from surgery?

The goal is to make sure patients understand the why behind their treatment and feel confident in the path forward.

Most people assume chronic low back pain comes from a disc or a pulled muscle. But for some patients, the real source is...
10/06/2026

Most people assume chronic low back pain comes from a disc or a pulled muscle. But for some patients, the real source is inside the vertebra itself.

Dr. Beth Gibbons, board-certified neurosurgeon at Neurosurgery One in Castle Rock, explains: “Vertebrogenic back pain is long-lasting and associated with endplate dysfunction — it’s not back pain from working in the garden for the weekend. It’s back pain that doesn’t go away.”

If you’ve had low back pain for 6+ months that hasn’t responded to treatment, it may be time to ask about vertebrogenic pain. Talk with a qualified clinician to find out what’s really causing your pain.

Dr. Beth Gibbons, MD, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon at Neurosurgery One’s Castle Rock office, specializing in...
10/02/2026

Dr. Beth Gibbons, MD, FAANS, is a board-certified neurosurgeon at Neurosurgery One’s Castle Rock office, specializing in brain and spine surgery.

She has a particular focus on identifying and treating vertebrogenic back pain — a source of chronic low back pain that’s frequently missed.

“Common misdiagnoses for vertebrogenic back pain can be facet pain, disc herniations, degenerative changes in the disc,” Dr. Gibbons explains. “All of these can very much mimic symptoms of vertebrogenic back pain.”

Her approach: a careful evaluation first, so patients get the right diagnosis — and the right treatment.

As a fellowship-trained functional neurosurgeon specializing in areas like deep brain stimulation and epilepsy surgery, ...
09/22/2026

As a fellowship-trained functional neurosurgeon specializing in areas like deep brain stimulation and epilepsy surgery, Dr. Gummadavelli is valued for his expertise and outcomes.

But it's the time and care he brings to every conversation that makes his patients feel truly valued. This 5-star review says it best. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Littleton, CO
80122

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