Useful Links

Understand Spine Surgery
UnderstandSpineSurgery.com is a free educational service provide by UnderstandSurgery.com and Stryker Spine to better educate the public on spine surgery.

North American Spine Society (NASS)
NASS is a multidisciplinary medical organization that advances quality spine care through education, research and advocacy.

WebMD
Welcome to WebMD Corporation: the leader in providing services that help physicians, consumers, providers and health plans navigate the complexity of the healthcare system.

Arthritis Foundation
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. Discusses non operative means of dealing with arthritis. Gives local resources that are available.

Northern California Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation
The Northern California Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, operates across the state to assist those affected by the disease and provide current information for people with arthritis and their families.

Common Spinal Conditions
SpineUniverse: Back Pain and Neck Pain Exercises, Treatments, Symptoms and Conditions.

Information about Scoliosis
Your source of information about scoliosis, its causes, and treatments.

Scoliosis Research
Dedicated to the education, research and treatement of spinal deformity.

Exercises for Back Pain
Regular exercises to restore the strength of your back and a gradual return to everyday activities are important for your full recovery.

Spine Information from the American Academy Of Orthopaedics
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (collectively "AAOS") present Your Orthopaedic Connection as an educational service to the public and to our Fellows and members.