by canvashost | Jul 2, 2020 | Brain
The staff at Kuether Brain and Spine are experts in diagnosing and treating various brain cancers and tumors. There are more than 140 types of brain and central nervous system tumors, according to the World Health Organization. Today, we want to explore low-grade...
by canvashost | Jun 18, 2020 | Brain, Surgery
A brainstem glioma is a malignant tumor of the glial tissue of the nervous system, more specifically the brainstem. Brainstem gliomas are typically astrocytoma or a cancer that affects the brain or spinal cord. They can range in size and severity, but all of gliomas...
by canvashost | Jun 4, 2020 | Brain
George Clooney is considered the last American movie star by Time Magazine and has even been voted as “The Sexiest Man in America” twice. He is best known from his roles in ER, Batman, O Brother Where Art Thou, Ocean’s 11 and its sequels and of...
by canvashost | May 21, 2020 | Spine, Surgery
Now that the Kuether Brain and Spine team is able to perform elective procedures for the Portland metro community again, we’re exploring common surgeries performed by our staff. Carpal tunnel or median nerve compression is relatively common, especially as people...
by canvashost | May 7, 2020 | Spine, Surgery
Today we’re exploring two common spinal surgeries: discectomy and laminectomy. We’ll explore what these procedures do and when these procedures are appropriate for a patient. As with any surgery, a surgeon and in this case, a neurosurgeon will diagnose and...
by canvashost | Apr 23, 2020 | Brain, Spine
We’re adapting to today’s current reality. We are staying home in order to save lives and fight against the global COVID-19 pandemic. Shelter-in-place mandates still take a toll, especially on our social lives and our appetite for social connection. Many...
by canvashost | Apr 9, 2020 | Brain
Social distancing works. The best way to protect yourself, your loved ones and other members of your community from the spread of COVID-19 is to stay home and follow social distancing guidelines. Alongside avoiding shared and public spaces, washing your hands with...
by canvashost | Mar 25, 2020 | Spine
Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, there are now millions of Americans who are working from home and finding themselves adjusting less-than-ideal work environments. Your makeshift work environment can influence your productivity, retention, morale and emotional...
by canvashost | Mar 12, 2020 | Brain
While the brain cannot feel pain, it is constantly changing and incredibly complex. It is the most important organ as it keeps us running. However, various conditions like PTSD, depression, alcohol abuse, schizophrenia and concussions can impact the physiology of the...
by canvashost | Mar 4, 2020 | General
Stress can cause a number of impacts on one’s physical state. It doesn’t matter the source of the stress. It can be consuming and even take a serious toll on your mental and physical health. Stress is now even considered a social determinant of health (SDoH). The SDoH...
