by Todd Kuether | May 22, 2019 | Brain, General
Just like your body, the brain needs to flex its muscles to stay healthy. While studies and research cannot guarantee improved results, many show a correlation between challenging your brain and helping to keep it young and fit. Memory loss and dementia may never be...
by Todd Kuether | May 8, 2019 | Brain, Spine
In the words of Tim Cook, Apple’s current CEO: “Sitting is the new cancer.” In fact, Americans are sitting more than we ever have in history. According to the American Heart Association, sedentary jobs have increased 83% since 1950 and we sit on average for about 15...
by Todd Kuether | Apr 24, 2019 | General, Spine
Last week was the Boston Marathon, one of the most prestigious long-distance running events in the country. Runners from across the globe come to compete and all levels of competitive runners from novice to Olympic prospects complete the same 26.2 mile course....
by Todd Kuether | Apr 10, 2019 | Spine, Surgery
Two procedures that are sometimes used to treat vertebral compression fractures at Kuether Brain and Spine are vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. While these procedures may be difficult to pronounce, they have a very specific purpose in helping patients. To start,...
by Todd Kuether | Mar 27, 2019 | Brain, Patient Story, Spine, Surgery
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that affects about one in every 26 Americans. It is the fourth most common neurological disorder behind migraines, stroke and Alzheimer’s. By definition, “epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of...
by Todd Kuether | Mar 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
The month of March is full of entertaining moments like St. Patrick’s Day, Spring Break and the NCAA’s March Madness men’s basketball tournament. With 68 teams competing, March Madness offers the opportunity to thrive, making lasting memories and crowning a national...
by Todd Kuether | Feb 27, 2019 | Spine, Surgery
Cauda Equina Syndrome is a rare spinal condition. The condition results from compression of lower lumbar and sacral nerves within the spinal canal. Irritation is caused by “exposed nerve endings and those suffering from CES experience pain or altered spinal...
by Todd Kuether | Feb 13, 2019 | Brain, Patient Story
When you walk into Sarah Bellum Bakery on Capitol Highway in Multnomah Village, you’ll find mouth-watering treats and even, tasty snacks for your furry friends. However, the makers behind these treats share a truly incredible commonality: all of the volunteer bakers...
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...
by Todd Kuether | Jan 16, 2019 | Patient Story, Spine, Surgery
Usain Bolt, the world’s fastest man and one of the top athletes on the planet, previously suffered from spinal problems and lower back pain. Many are surprised to learn that the Jamaican-born Usain Bolt actually was born with a curvature in his spine and...
