A Biomechanical Reality   Lumbar and lumbosacral fusion procedures are widely performed to restore spinal stability, correct deformity, and relieve neural compression. By eliminating pathological motion, arthrodesis often produces meaningful clinical improvement. Yet stability inevitably alters biomechanics. When motion is removed from one region of the spine, mechanical forces must be redistributed elsewhere within the lumbopelvic complex.  Increasingly, the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) has...

The Evolution of Data in Spine Practice   Spine care has always relied on data, particularly, electronic health record (EHR) or electronic medical (EMR) data. What has changed is not the presence of information, but how it is structured and presented, and how quickly it influences clinical decisions.  In earlier years, much of spine data existed in dictated notes, local PACS systems, and periodic registry summaries. Alignment measurements were manual. Risk discussions relied on published...

C-arm fluoroscopy provides live imaging that guides spine and orthopedic surgeons during procedures. This article breaks down how the C-arm works, its safety, patient preparation tips, and common questions to help you feel confident about your care.