Compression fractures are caused by one or more of the bones in your back becoming compressed or…
Patient Education
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At South Texas Spinal Clinic, we believe knowledge is a powerful part of healing. Our Patient Education Center is designed to give you access to reliable information about conditions, treatments, and recovery options—so you can make informed decisions about your care with confidence.
Whether you’re preparing for a procedure, recovering from an injury, or exploring ways to stay active and healthy, our resources provide clear guidance on diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery strategies—helping you make confident, informed decisions about your care.
Patient Education Videos
Our patient education videos are designed to help you better understand your condition, treatment options, and recovery process. These short, easy-to-follow videos cover a wide range of topics to help you gain the knowledge and confidence to take an active role in your care.
News & Blog
Stay up to date with the latest news, insights, and tips on bone, joint, and spine health from our team of experts.
Health Articles
Sciatica is the result of a protruding or herniated disc in your spine. This out-of-place disc…
Sports burnout is a response to chronic stress after the continued demands of playing a sport or…
Additional Resources
Glossary
- Iliac Bone
A part of the pelvic bone often used for autogenous bone grafts.
- Iliac Crest
The large portion of the pelvic bone at the belt line.
- Immobilization
Limitation of motion or fixation of a body part to promote healing.
- In vitro
Describing biological phenomena occurring outside the living body, traditionally in a test tube.
- In vivo
Within a living body.
- Inferior
Situated below or directed downward.
- Informed Consent
Consent from a patient with sufficient information for surgery, medication, or participation in a clinical study.
- Institutional Review Board (IRB)
A committee reviewing and approving research projects in an institution.
- Internal Fixation
Immobilization of bone fragments or joints with implants to promote healing.
- Intervertebral Disc
See Disc (Intervertebral).
- Investigational Device Exemption (IDE)
FDA status permitting the use of an unapproved medical device for collecting clinical data.
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