Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD, Author at The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute

What Is Lumbar Spondylosis and What Are the Treatment Options?

Lower Back / Lumbar & Sacrum / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Lumbar spondylosis, an often painful back condition, results from a slow degradation of bone structures over the course of a lifetime. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute provides treatment for neck and spine conditions at locations throughout New Jersey. Here, we discuss what lumbar spondylosis is, its symptoms, and how it can be treated. What […]

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Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve in the Neck

Neck / Cervical / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

A pinched nerve in your neck can be debilitating if not diagnosed and treated appropriately. Also called cervical radiculopathy, this condition occurs when a nerve root in your neck becomes compressed. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute treats pinched nerves and other spine conditions for patients in New Jersey. Learn more about how to

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What Does a Stress Fracture in the Back Feel Like? Learn the Symptoms

Neck / Cervical / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Stress fractures in the back are a common complaint among athletes and physical workers. Also called an overuse injury, this type of fracture can quickly derail a sports or workplace career. But what is a stress fracture, and how can you tell when it is happening to you? NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute

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Where Is Sacroiliac Joint Pain Commonly Felt?

Lower Back / Lumbar & Sacrum / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Sacroiliac joint pain can cause pain down one or both legs, and the person may have trouble sitting. Many people also feel stiffness in their buttocks or back. At NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, located in northern New Jersey, board-certified neurosurgeons, led by Dr. Branko Skovrlj, specialize in minimally invasive spine surgery to treat

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Treating Hunchback: Minimally Invasive Surgery for Kyphosis

Neck / Cervical / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Patients who have kyphosis can experience a lot of pain and even breathing problems, depending on how deeply the spine is curved. NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, with locations all over northern New Jersey, has board-certified spine specialists who perform spine procedures and treatments that deal with complex disorders, including kyphosis. Here, we discuss

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What Is Cervical Facet Syndrome and How Is it Treated?

Neck / Cervical / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

The spine is made up of vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other. Each vertebra is connected by an intervertebral disc in the front and a small facet joint in the back. If there is any damage, irritation, or degeneration of the facet joint, it can lead to pain. Cervical facet syndrome is a

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The Advantages of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Lower Back / Lumbar & Sacrum, Mid-Back / Thoracic, Neck / Cervical / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

The neurosurgeons at NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute are all board-certified and specialize in minimally invasive spine surgery. Led by Dr. Branko Skovrlj, one of the best-in-class neurosurgeons in New Jersey, NU-Spine is one of the few places that specialize in complex spine procedures using minimally invasive techniques. Here, we detail the benefits of

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Lower Back Pain May Indicate a Serious Problem

Lower Back / Lumbar & Sacrum / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Patients who are suffering from low back pain have a lot of company — it is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the main reason that American workers lose valuable productivity time. Research shows that 75-85% of Americans report back pain at some point in their lives. If you are afflicted with lower back

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How Can You Tell If You Have a Herniated Disc?

Neck / Cervical / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

A herniated disc can be a tricky back problem to diagnose because not every patient will experience symptoms — sometimes, a person has no symptoms at all. At NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, located in Paramus, Woodbridge, Toms River, Jersey City, and Holmdel, NJ, our team of specialists can diagnose a herniated disc

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X-ray image of adult patient with severe spine curvature

Can Adults Develop Scoliosis?

Mid-Back / Thoracic / By Dr. Branko Skovrlj, MD

Dr. Branko Skovrlj, the founder of NU-Spine: The Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Institute, is world-renowned for his contributions to treating spinal deformities. He and his expert medical team perform cutting-edge procedures to help patients relieve symptoms of scoliosis, including adults, at locations in Paramus, Woodbridge, Toms River, Jersey City, and Holmdel, NJ. Here, we discuss the signs and symptoms most commonly seen in adult scoliosis patients, as well as the importance of seeing a spine specialist.

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