77 Spine Injury/Condition Stories

Spine conditions come in many forms. Sports injuries and accidents cause fractures and other trauma. Vertebrae can wear down (arthritis) or lose bone density (osteoporosis). Some people are born with diseases that cause the spine to grow incorrectly. Read the stories of patients who had a spine injury or condition, but received the appropriate treatment at HSS to get back in the game.

Nancy Hackettstown, NJ

"In order to keep my appointments I take a two hour train ride and then two subways uptown. Sometimes I spend more time traveling than seeing the doctor, but I feel it is a good time investment and don’t mind at all. And since I became a grandma for the first time in September, I need my joints and body to function properly to keep up with her!"

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Mimi New York, NY spine Image Spine Injury/Condition
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Nancy Howard Beach, NY spine Image Spine Injury/Condition
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Christa New York, NY hip Image Hip Replacement
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Gloria North Babylon, NY spine Image Scoliosis
Annette Staten Island, NY

"After suffering for many years I decided that my only course of action would be surgery. I researched many doctors and hospitals before choosing the hospital for special surgery and Dr. Alexander Hughes as my physician. I had bulging discs, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and arthritis. These conditions prevented me from standing for more than a few minutes and not being able to walk one block without severe pain."

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Laurel K. Middletown, NJ

"From the moment I became Andrew Sama's patient, my life took a turn for the better. I became a patient of an entire body of caregivers, educators, and professionals. "

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JoAnn Middle Village, NY spine Image Spine Fusion