UCI Orthopaedic Department - Spine Surgery

09/11/2026

On Patriot Day, we remember, reflect, and stand together in unity.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!

08/31/2026

4 Expert-Backed Ways to Improve Your Posture.

Poor posture can affect more than just your appearance-it can lead to tight muscles and tendons and, over time, pain. The good news is that poor posture doesn’t develop overnight. It typically takes months or years of habitual slumping for more lasting issues to take root. Fortunately, regular mov...

08/24/2026

What s Causing Your Stiff Back and How Can You Relieve It?

A stiff back can be caused by muscle strain, poor posture, or underlying conditions like arthritis. Treatment is based on the underlying cause and may involve rest, pain medication, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery.

08/17/2026

Burning Sensation in Upper Back: What Could It Be?

A burning sensation in your upper back can happen due to muscle strain from lifting or exercise, stress-related muscle tension, spinal misalignment, herniated discs that compress nerves, or inflammatory conditions like arthritis.

08/10/2026

10 Side Effects of Sitting Down All Day.

Sitting down for too long can increase your risk of numerous health conditions, including muscle pain, blood clots, and diabetes. It can also affect your mental health.

08/03/2026

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. Here are recommendations for fall prevention if you have lumbar spinal stenosis:

07/27/2026

Exercises to Avoid with Lumbar Spinal Stenosis.

If you have lumbar spinal stenosis, the goal while exercising is to keep the spine in a "neutral" or slightly flexed (forward-leaning) position. However, many standard exercises do the exact opposite, forcing the lower back into an arch that can trigger a flare-up.

07/04/2026

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

06/21/2026

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