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Learn more about outpatient surgeries we perform and common health problelms treated at Mackinaw Surgery Center on our blog posts.
Steroid Injections vs Spinal Cord Stimulator: Treatment Options For Chronic Back Pain
Reading Time: 5 minutes Chronic back pain affects millions worldwide. To get relief, doctors recommend options including steroid injections and spinal cord stimulators.
Our Recent Posts
Understanding Hernias And The Benefits Of Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
Reading Time: 4 minutes Hernias can occur in both men and women, though symptoms may vary. People with hernias should know the benefits of laparoscopic hernia repair.
How Do Steroid Injections Work? Treatment Options For Back Pain Management
Reading Time: 4 minutes Steroid injections are an effective treatment for managing low back pain. Other pain management options might include medication or physical therapy.
3 Signs It’s Time To Consider Total Joint Replacement: Benefits Of Minimally Invasive Surgery
Reading Time: 4 minutes Joint pain due to arthritis or an injury is common. Here are some signs that patients should consider minimally invasive total joint replacement surgery.
When To Consider ACDF Surgery: Neck Pain & Herniated Discs
Reading Time: 4 minutes A herniated disc could be the source of severe neck pain. In minor cases, ACDF surgery could be the treatment solution to a debilitating problem.
4 Reasons To Choose An Ambulatory Surgery Center Over Inpatient Surgery
Reading Time: 4 minutes Ambulatory surgery centers offer advantages over hospital settings. ASCs have seen tremendous growth recently due to the convenience, and quality provided.
3 Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Breast Reconstruction After Total Mastectomy
Reading Time: 4 minutes After a total mastectomy, many women opt for breast reconstruction. This is a surgery to rebuild the breast, either using implants or a woman’s own tissue.
How Higher Nurse To Patient Ratios Can Improve Surgery Outcomes
Reading Time: 4 minutes Surgery outcomes improve with a higher nurse to patient ratios. A nurse with fewer patients can better focus on proper procedures.
What Is An Endoscopy And Why Would My Doctor Order One?
Reading Time: 4 minutes An endoscopy allows doctors to view internal organs and to diagnose medical problems. The procedure can be performed on almost every part of the body.
