by Todd S. Koppel, MD | Dec 2, 2019 | Blog
Neuropathy, simply put, is an injury to a nerve or group of nerves. Some neuropathies can be successfully cured, while others may be permanent in nature. The diagnosis of a permanent neuropathy, However, does not need to mean having to live in pain....
by Todd S. Koppel, MD | Sep 24, 2019 | Blog
Presently, muscles, joints, and back pain conditions may be treated with corticosteroids, regenerative injections, or surgery. Corticosteroids are beneficial but have contraindications in patients with diabetes and heart disease. Regenerative therapies such as...
by Todd S. Koppel, MD | Jun 15, 2019 | Blog
Minimally Invasive TherapyMany treatments are labeled “minimally invasive”. These are usually less aggressive than traditional procedures, and offer a shorter recovery time, and less side effects. Minimally invasive therapies fall between percutaneous...
by Todd S. Koppel, MD | Jun 12, 2019 | Blog
Patients seek care for back pain more than almost any other condition. The most common cause of back pain is due to disc abnormalities. These can include degenerative disc disease, disc bulging, and disc herniations. An intervertebral disc is comprised of an inner...
by Todd S. Koppel, MD | Jun 12, 2019 | Blog
Tendons are tissues which connect muscles to bones. They aid in joint mobility and stability. Tendinitis, or Tendinopathy, is inflammation of various tendons, are common and can occur throughout the body. This condition can lead to chronic pain with loss of...
