Anyone who has suffered a painful chronic condition knows the true extent to which it can affect the quality of life. Severe back pain that does not go away is one example of this. We’ve all probably experienced some sort of back pain or discomfort that quickly healed on its own, allowing us to return […]
What is Pain Management?
Sometimes the intensity & duration of physical pain can get to the point where we can no longer manage it. This is turn creates a situation where we can no longer manage our lives as we once did, because chronic pain can be debilitating. This is the time when we have most likely already tried […]
Brain Tumor Facts
Brain tumor is not a term we necessarily want to hear about. However, knowing a few basic facts about this complex condition can help us in the event that we are affected by it in any way. • Brain tumors can be either cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign) • Tumors that start out in the […]
RBS Team offers quick diagnosis of pain syndromes, expert treatment, and long-term relief of debilitating pain.
Has your lifestyle been altered due to back or neck pain? There is a long list of factors that can be responsible for back and neck pain. Our team of regional medical experts at Regional Brain and Spine (RBS) are dedicated to the goal of quickly diagnosing your pain syndrome If you have any of […]
Cape Girardeau spine surgeon introduces Forteo drug therapy to reduce the risk of fractures.
Have you or a loved one suffered one or more compression fractures of the neck or spine? At Regional Brain & Spine in Cape Girardeau, we treat this condition with leading-edge surgical techniques and nonsurgical therapies. Our goal is always to relieve the pain of a compression fracture and return you to your highest level […]
RBS Sponsors First Aid Booth at Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo
The Regional Brain and Spine (RBS) team supports the community we serve. We participate in a number of events, including food drives, parades, and support for children’s activities. This year RBS is sponsoring a first aid booth for the Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo, which has been an annual fixture in Sikeston since 1953. Drop by the […]
Neurosurgeons in Cape Girardeau talk about getting the best results from spine and back surgery.
You’ve probably heard that Tiger Woods missed the Masters golf tournament this year as he recovers from a back surgery called microdiscectomy for a pinched nerve. Tiger’s great attitude about his surgery and recovery is inspiring. He plans to get back to competing as soon as possible, and says there are still a few records […]
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