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February 21st, 2025 by New Jersey Brain and Spine

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Sciatica Prevention Starts with Healthy Habits

Sciatica commonly refers to pain that travels along the path of the body’s sciatic nerve, which extends from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and then down each leg. While this pain may often be severe, most cases respond well to treatment. Sciatica is a very common condition in the United States, with more than 40% of people experiencing sciatic pain at some point in their lifetime. Sciatica prevention starts with a healthy lifestyle and habits, but it...

Cutting-Edge Technology for World-Class Neurosurgical Care

Intracranial hemorrhage (ICH)—also known as brain bleeds—are the deadliest form of stroke. While fatal in 35-50% of cases, they have traditionally been treated the same way for decades. For more than 50 years, external ventricular drains (EVDs) have been the gold standard for draining excess fluid or blood from the brain. While relatively cheap and easy to use, EVDs are somewhat slow and prone to clogging—which limits their ability to support higher rates of lifesaving care. For the first time...

What is Spinal Decompression? Easing the Load for Back and Neck Pain Relief

What is Spinal Decompression? Easing the Pressure for Back and Neck Pain Relief As a neurosurgeon, one of the most common questions I hear from patients suffering from chronic back or neck pain is, “What exactly is spinal decompression?” Simply put, spinal decompression is a non-surgical therapy designed to relieve pressure on the spine. It has become an increasingly popular treatment for those seeking long-term relief without surgery. Understanding Chronic Back and Neck Pain Chronic back and neck pain affects...

Surgical Treatment Options for Schwannoma: Excision and Nerve Preservation

A schwannoma is an atypical, neurogenic tumor made up of Schwann cells that’s often treated through Schwannoma surgery, also known as tumor enucleation. Tumor enucleation is the most preferred procedure to treat a schwannoma since it preserves the function of the original nerve. The goal of Schwannoma surgery is to achieve complete resection of the tumor while preserving nerve function. Understanding schwannoma formation, detection and treatment is important for those considering Schwannoma surgery. What is a schwannoma? A Schwannoma is...

Radiation Therapy for Meningioma: Exploring Targeted Treatment Approaches

A meningioma is often slow growing and may require Radiation Therapy for treatment; symptoms may be mistaken for other health conditions. If your physician suspects you may have a meningioma, you will likely be referred to a specialist. What is a Meningioma? Is Meningioma Serious? Meningiomas are one of the most common brain tumors, accounting for more than 40% of all primary brain tumors. They grow on the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord and are usually benign. As...

Bigger, Better, and Brighter: New Jersey Brain & Spine Opens New Facility in Paramus!

The New Jersey Brain & Spine team has moved out of our 2 University Office and is opening the doors at a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Paramus. After months of planning and preparation, we have moved to a more spacious and advanced location to serve our patients’ needs better. This 16,222 sq ft facility represents our continuous commitment to providing the highest quality care with more room, technology, and ways to deliver the best possible patient experience. From minimally invasive surgical...

Fewer Complications and Better Outcomes: How NJBS Helped HUMC Gain Top Neurosurgery Ranking

Most brain and spine practices partner with local medical centers where they perform many of their surgical procedures, but few have a collaboration as impactful as the one between New Jersey Brain and Spine (NJBS) and Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), where combined efforts have lead to a top neurosurgery ranking. Both organizations are committed to providing exceptional patient care, particularly when it comes to safety and quality. As part of that shared mission, the physicians at NJBS regularly partner...

New Jersey Brain and Spine Physicians Honored as 2025 Castle Connolly Top Doctors

NEW JERSEY, Feb 13, 2025 — New Jersey Brain and Spine, a premier neurosurgery practice for the treatment of complex brain and spine conditions, is proud to announce that Castle Connolly has recognized 13 physicians from their practice as 2025 Top Doctors, an award only awarded to 7% of physicians nationwide. These accolades highlight the clinical excellence of New Jersey Brain and Spine physicians and further reinforces the practice’s unwavering commitment to exceptional care As a leading specialty medical practice,...

What is Brain Aneurysm Coiling

In this video, Dr. Karimi discusses brain aneurysm coiling, shedding light on this treatment that should only be done by experienced vascular neurosurgeons who are skilled in all available treatments.