Get Back To Your Life™‪️‬ VSI (Virginia Spine Institute)

For some people, recovering from surgery is a fairly predictable journey. But for many, many others, the road to healing after surgery turns out to not be straight or easy.
That can be disappointing, frustrating and even painful.
What should you do if you find yourself taking two steps forward and one step back after a procedure?
Spine surgery patient, Dori, and her spine surgeon - Dr. Colin Haines - have tips to get you off the recovery rollercoaster and back to living life the way you want. 
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Interest in weightlifting and bodybuilding has skyrocketed in recent years. However, in a world where strength training has immense benefits, the fear of injury often looms large.
 
Nearly a third of people who lift weights say they had an injury in the last 6 months; and many shy away from seeking treatment for spine issues, fearing they'll be sidelined forever.
 
But one patient is here to dispel that myth. Join us in this episode as we delve into the journey of a former competitive weightlifter and CrossFit owner who refused to let spine surgery dictate his fate.
 
From a debilitating back injury to undergoing disc replacement and spinal fusion surgery, he not only reclaimed his strength but returned to the gym with a newfound determination. Tune in as we explore the possibility of bouncing back to weightlifting after spine surgery.
 
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Discover crucial insights and candid regrets from a seasoned doctor's perspective on knee surgery. 
Long before becoming a doctor, Dr. Bharara was a patient himself, and his own experience undergoing two knee surgeries sparked a revelation – and some regrets. And he says, if he knew then what he knows now, he would never have chosen to have the knee surgeries. He openly admits that armed with his present knowledge, he would have opted out of the procedures altogether. 
Join us for an enlightening dialogue with Dr. Bharara, a regionally-recognized Nonsurgical Sports Medicine Doctor and the Director of Regenerative Medicine at VSI. He shares eye-opening insights into modern alternatives to knee surgery. His expertise offers invaluable guidance for those seeking to reassess their pain solutions, favoring natural healing methods and alleviation over invasive procedures.
Whether you're contemplating surgery yourself or simply curious about the evolving landscape of orthopedic care, this podcast promises to enlighten and provoke thought, offering a fresh perspective on a topic that affects millions worldwide.
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What's in a name for medical practices? Turns out, there’s a lot.
Their name, their brand, their tagline - and it all reflects the doctors, the treatment, and the approach that surgeons take in providing care. That means it's critically important for patients, too.
In this episode we’re talking with Doctor Christopher Good, a spine surgeon and the CEO and President of VSI, about the what and the why behind revitalizing a major medical center like his VSI. It’s the ultimate Victory Story - launching a new chapter of VSI serving and supporting its incredible patients with the ultimate in spine solutions. 
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In this episode - we sharing a powerful love story…not the kind that focuses on first dates, first kisses or over-the-top marriage proposals. We’re talking about partners in pain - and how you help the one you love when debilitating back pain takes over their life.
80% of Americans experience back pain at some point in their life so that’s a lot of partners impacted too. How do you love someone through that?
An inspiring couple is here today to talk about how they did it and the lessons that helped them get through it and finally get to a pain free place in their lives. 
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Data shows that about half of adults in the US (49.1%) are trying to lose weight in any given year, and anybody who has tried it knows - it is not easy. But it’s not impossible and in this episode we’ve got a doctor with a personal story to prove it. 
Spine Surgeon Ehsan Jazini was inspired to improve his own health last year. He successfully lost 30 pounds and he’s here to talk not only about how he did it - but how he helps patients when they want to do it too. 
Learn more about VSI at SpineMD.com