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Backpack Safety

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|Date: September 27, 2013
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Backpack Safety

With the incredible summer we experienced this year, chances are many of you were enjoying the gre ...

With the incredible summer we experienced this year, chances are many of you were enjoying the great outdoors. In the Puget Sound area, that often includes hiking in the Cascades or the Olympic ...

September 27, 2013
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The Relevance of Robotics

Posted by Valley Communications
|Date: September 20, 2013
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The Relevance of Robotics

One of the hot topics in surgery these days – whether it's for surgery on a spine or anywhere else ...

One of the hot topics in surgery these days – whether it's for surgery on a spine or anywhere else – is robotic surgery. My patients are often curious about the benefits that the robot manufact ...

September 20, 2013
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Keep Your Spine Tuned Up with Body Mechanics

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|Date: June 24, 2013
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Keep Your Spine Tuned Up with Body Mechanics

Body mechanics, biomechanics, proper lifting or safe lifting are all terms that can be used to des ...

Body mechanics, biomechanics, proper lifting or safe lifting are all terms that can be used to describe ways to safely handle materials at work and home. Your body and your spine are designed t ...

June 24, 2013
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7 Ways to Make Sure Your Office Isn’t Working Against Your Spine

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|Date: June 14, 2013
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7 Ways to Make Sure Your Office Isn’t Working Against Your Spine

Properly positioning your body and using good body mechanics when you’re at your office workstatio ...

Properly positioning your body and using good body mechanics when you’re at your office workstation are important to keep your spine and body healthy, especially if you are returning from an in ...

June 14, 2013
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The Effects of Obesity on Lumbar Disc Herniation Treatment

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|Date: May 16, 2013
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The Effects of Obesity on Lumbar Disc Herniation Treatment

The January 2013 issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery includes an analysis of the effe ...

The January 2013 issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery includes an analysis of the effect of obesity* on lumbar disc herniation treatment. The study examines the results among nearly ...

May 16, 2013
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Is Your Office a Pain in the Back?

Posted by Valley Communications
|Date: May 01, 2013
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Is Your Office a Pain in the Back?

The New York Times Well blog recently addressed some concerns about back pain among office workers ...

The New York Times Well blog recently addressed some concerns about back pain among office workers; specifically, the type of back pain experienced by workers who spend their days hunched over ...

May 01, 2013
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Spring Into a Walking Program

Posted by Valley Communications
|Date: April 17, 2013
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Spring Into a Walking Program

Hello! My name is Erica Bryant and I am a physical therapist at Valley Medical Center. I am excite ...

Hello! My name is Erica Bryant and I am a physical therapist at Valley Medical Center. I am excited to be joining Dr. Lundin and Dr. Thompson as a new contributor to the VMC Spine Blog. Springt ...

April 17, 2013
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Best Surgical Approach Depends on Diagnosis

Posted by Valley Communications
|Date: May 22, 2012
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Best Surgical Approach Depends on Diagnosis

I'm often asked by patients who are contemplating surgery about my approach: Will the incision be big? Is ...

I'm often asked by patients who are contemplating surgery about my approach: Will the incision be big? Is it arthroscopic? Do I use lasers? My approach is completely dependent on each patient's diagno ...

May 22, 2012
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What is Cervical Disk Replacement? Is it Helpful for Neck Pain?

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|Date: April 23, 2012
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What is Cervical Disk Replacement? Is it Helpful for Neck Pain?

One of the most common conditions I see in our Neurosurgery Spine Clinic is neck pain and associated shou ...

One of the most common conditions I see in our Neurosurgery Spine Clinic is neck pain and associated shoulder and arm pain due to a disk herniation. The cervical disks are the soft cushions between th ...

April 23, 2012
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What about chiropractic?

Posted by Valley Communications
|Date: January 12, 2012
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What about chiropractic?

What about chiropractic? I don't think a day goes by without my encountering this question — and it's a g ...

What about chiropractic? I don't think a day goes by without my encountering this question — and it's a good one! Patients will often make comments to me like, "I know you surgeons don't like chiropra ...

January 12, 2012
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In Search of a Local Adventure? Area Parks Offer Great Places to Explore, Move More & Have Fun

Physical Activity Tips Busy Kids and Families Need to Know About

Age-Friendly Fitness: How to Boost Your Health with Exercise and Why it Matters

The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family

Breastfeeding Empowerment

Celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month

The Selflessness, Patience, and Endurance of Breastfeeding

Helping Your Child Through Common Fears + Resources for Talking about School Shootings or Other Tragic Events in the News

As More Children and Teens Struggle with Emotional Stressors, Adults Need to Watch for Serious Signs and Know How to Respond

Tender, Swollen Joints? Evaluating and Treating Early May Prevent Long-Term Debilitating Damage

Is Hip or Knee Replacement Right for You?

Life After Joint Replacement: What to Expect

The Breast Center at Valley Medical Center—Celebrating 20 Years of Caring for Our Community Like Family

Physical Therapy Improves Quality of Life During All Phases of the Breast Cancer Journey

No More Pandemic Delay: Top Three Cancer Screenings Women Shouldn’t Miss

JOIN US! Be The HOPE Walk–July 22, Summit Park, Maple Valley

While There’s No Cure for a Dementia Diagnosis Like Bruce Willis Received, There’s Ways to Slow it Down if You Get Help Early

Cultivating a Beloved Community Mindset to Transform Unjust Systems—Participating in 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Activities

Backpack Safety

Backpack Safety

The Relevance of Robotics

The Relevance of Robotics

Keep Your Spine Tuned Up with Body Mechanics

Keep Your Spine Tuned Up with Body Mechanics

7 Ways to Make Sure Your Office Isn’t Working Against Your Spine

7 Ways to Make Sure Your Office Isn’t Working Against Your Spine

The Effects of Obesity on Lumbar Disc Herniation Treatment

The Effects of Obesity on Lumbar Disc Herniation Treatment

Is Your Office a Pain in the Back?

Is Your Office a Pain in the Back?

Spring Into a Walking Program

Spring Into a Walking Program

Best Surgical Approach Depends on Diagnosis

Best Surgical Approach Depends on Diagnosis

What is Cervical Disk Replacement? Is it Helpful for Neck Pain?

What is Cervical Disk Replacement? Is it Helpful for Neck Pain?

What about chiropractic?

What about chiropractic?