West Islip, NY

Long Island Brain & Spine

Smithtown, NY

St. Catherine of Siena Medical Building

West Islip, NY

The Cancer Institute at Good Samaritan

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Spinal Stenosis

Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal, which can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves. This narrowing can occur in the neck (cervical spine) or lower back (lumbar spine) and may lead to symptoms such as pain, numbness,...
Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition where one vertebra slips forward or backward relative to the vertebra below it. This displacement can cause pain, stiffness, or nerve compression. Spondylolisthesis can be categorized into different types, including...
Spinal Tumors

Spinal Tumors

Spinal tumors are abnormal growths of cells within the spinal column. These tumors can be either primary, originating in the spine itself, or secondary, resulting from cancer that has spread from another part of the body (metastatic tumors). Spinal tumors can be...
Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a condition characterized by the breakdown of intervertebral discs in the spine. These discs act as cushions between the vertebrae, providing flexibility and absorbing shock during movement. With DDD, the discs lose their...
Spine Trauma

Spine Trauma

Fractures of the spine are typically the result of trauma Fractures are classified into stable or unstable based on the degree of injury to the bony structures Fractures that are stable are managed with using a brace (LSO or TLSO brace) when sitting up and walking for...
Dr. Symeon Missios, MD