Jeffrey M. Spivak M.D. - Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

08/04/2026

Why Aren't Artificial Discs the Standard Yet?

For many patients struggling with chronic neck or back pain, the question seems straightforward: if a damaged spinal disc can be replaced while preserving motion, why isn't that the standard treatment?

07/28/2026

Spinal Stenosis: 6 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Falling.

Lumbar spinal stenosis increases the risk of injury from falling because the stenosis compresses the nerves that control leg strength, balance and coordination.

07/21/2026

4 Expert-Backed Ways to Improve Your Posture.

Two physical therapists share how to stop slouching and hunching.

07/14/2026

Burning Sensation in Upper Back: What Could It Be?

If you are experiencing a burning sensation in your upper back, it could be due to a number of reasons.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July!
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day.

06/29/2026

Prior authorization delays elective spine surgery without savings to payers.

NEW ORLEANS — Patients who experience delays in elective spine surgery due to the preauthorization approval process had prolonged pain with no cost savings for the health care system, according to data presented here.“There’s a lot of hidden and indirect costs and issues that go al...

06/22/2026

Breaking the Spine Surgeon Myth: Not Every Visit Leads to Surgery.

This article explains how spine surgeons actually approach care, what the published data show about how often surgery is recommended, why having a spine specialist as the “quarterback” of your care matters across the long arc of a degenerative condition, and how to choose a spine surgeon who wil...

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day! Thank you to all the wonderful fathers!

06/15/2026

What Is Spinal Stenosis?

Different types of spinal stenosis, including lumbar stenosis and cervical stenosis, have their own pain and symptom profiles.

06/08/2026

6 safe exercises for a herniated disk.

Exercises and stretches are important parts of recovery from a herniated disk. Discover 6 possible exercises that can help with neck and back pain. Learn more.