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Herniated Discs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Herniated Discs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey March 6, 2022 12:10 pm 0 comments If you or a loved one has ever suffered the pain of a herniated disc, you likely won’t soon forget the experience. The symptoms caused by a disc herniation can be excruciating, and they can affect how …

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Long Term Effects of Spinal Compression Fractures

Long Term Effects of Spinal Compression Fractures Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey October 26, 2021 12:07 pm 0 comments Many people experience back pain in their life, especially as they get older. As our bones get worn down by the constant wear and tear of living, it’s a natural part of the aging process. While …

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This “Pink Drink” Leads to Better Outcomes in Brain Cancer Surgeries

This “Pink Drink” Leads to Better Outcomes in Brain Cancer Surgeries What is 5-ALA Fluorescent Dye? 5-ALA Fluorescent Dye, nicknamed the “Pink Drink,” is an optical imaging agent that is administered orally to brain cancer patients prior to surgery. 5-ALA, or 5-Aminolevulinic Acid, consists of fluorescent dye that glows when placed under UV light. Once …

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Portable Treatment for Glioblastoma, Now Available

Portable Treatment for Glioblastoma, Now Available Dr. James M. Chimenti and Dr. Richard V. Buonocore are now certified to prescribe Optune® for the treatment of newly diagnosed and recurrent glioblastoma (GBM). This wearable and portable medical device is the first FDA-approved treatment in more than a decade for newly diagnosed GBM. Optune is approved for the treatment …

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Craniotomy Through the Ages: We’ve Come a Long Way

Craniotomy Through the Ages: We’ve Come a Long Way Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey May 18, 2020 3:30 pm 0 comments Craniotomy: To a veteran neurosurgeon, it’s just another day in the office, not even close to the most complex procedure one will perform in a given week. But a modern neurosurgeon has access to …

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The Lost Art of Bending Over and Proper Posture

The Lost Art of Bending Over and Proper Posture Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey April 30, 2018 3:45 pm 0 comments Imagine a culture in which back pain barely exists. It wouldn’t be our culture, that’s for certain. With 80 to 90 percent of Americans experiencing back pain at one point in their lives, “oh, …

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Putting the Spotlight on Trigeminal Neuralgia

Putting the Spotlight on Trigeminal Neuralgia Neurosurgical Associates of Central Jersey August 14, 2017 5:10 pm 0 comments The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) has designated August as Neurosurgery Awareness Month. Every year, this prestigious organization chooses a particular focus to highlight within the field. This year, the AANS has chosen to shed some light on trigeminal …

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