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What is a Herniated Disc? And what causes it?

by Todd Kuether | Jan 31, 2019 | General, Spine, Surgery

When talking about back problems or pain, the phrase “herniated disc” seems to be a commonly heard and is often pointed to as the source of the trouble, but what is a herniated disc and how does this injury occur? To start, herniated disc refers to one of the rubbery...

Oregon Health Authority Amends Opioid Prescription Guidelines

by Todd Kuether | Dec 6, 2018 | General, Spine, Surgery

The United States is currently battling the worst opioid epidemic in history. In fact, more than 115 people die every day in America due to opioid addiction. While the opioid epidemic is a complex problem that impacts people across socioeconomic, geographic and...

Kuether Brain & Spine Stresses the Importance of Helmets for e-Scooters

by Todd Kuether | Sep 26, 2018 | Brain, General

In the last week, California made headlines for legalizing the practice of riding e-scooters and other shared modes of transportation without a helmet. E-scooters from companies like Lime, Bird and Skip can reach speeds up to 35 mph and are allowed to ride on the...

Our Top Three Outdoor Parks to Exercise in the Portland-Metro Area

by Todd Kuether | Aug 15, 2018 | General

    Kuether Brain and Spine is located in the beautiful city of Portland, Oregon. We feel so lucky to have such a diverse natural environment as our backyard. With the summer winding down, it is best to take advantage of Oregon’s best weather and get outside...

Three Mental Health Tips to Remember while Recovering from an Injury

by Todd Kuether | Aug 1, 2018 | General, Patient Story, Spine

Mental health has always been a critical aspect to living a healthy life; however, it was not until recent years that we realized how mental health can deeply impact physical well-being. The connection between mental and physical health is especially emphasized when a...

Three Common Neck, Head and Back Injuries seen in Baseball

by Todd Kuether | Jul 4, 2018 | Brain, General, Spine, Surgery

The NCAA Division One College Baseball World Series just wrapped a few weeks ago with the Oregon State Beavers taking home the national championship. The MLB is in full swing of its very long season and even little leagues across the country are participating in...
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