Stenosis can impact any part of the spine, but it’s especially common in the lower back. It develops when space inside the spinal canal narrows, constricting the nerves and spinal cord passing through. Spinal stenosis is a common problem, especially among people over 50. By this point, degenerative changes in the spine affect up to 95% of individuals. […]
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Back pain is a common problem. Low back pain alone troubles an estimated 619 million people worldwide. However, this widespread issue can have several causes, and they each require personalized treatments.Dr. Vladimir Fiks offers proven interventional treatments for spinal pain, including symptoms caused by osteoarthritis, at Advanced Pain Management Center. In honor of Arthritis Awareness Month this May, Dr. Fiks […]
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Any surgery can be scary, especially when it involves the spine. However, advancements in technology and surgical approaches have made these procedures safer and more successful than those in the past. And even better? Recovery takes a fraction of the time. Dr. Vladimir Fiks uses minimally invasive techniques to perform numerous procedures at Advanced Pain […]
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Nerves are wondrous things. They send countless messages, enable movement and sensation, and make essential functions possible, like breathing, sweating, and digesting. They can also cause significant pain and dysfunction when something goes wrong. Experts use the term “peripheral neuropathy” to describe more than 100 diseases. They can have many causes, including diabetes, and they […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus. But what do you do if […]
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It’s never been easy treating chronic pain because it occurs for numerous reasons and varies significantly from person to person. Fortunately, advancements in medicine have brought new and innovative solutions to complex issues like nerve pain. Dr. Vladimir Fiks offers the latest treatment options in orthopedic medicine at Advanced Pain Management Center in Portland, Oregon. Two highly effective […]
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Estimates show that approximately 46% of the population experiences headaches. This may not seem like a huge problem, but they’re in the top 10 of the most disabling conditions worldwide. On top of that, they’re the fourth or fifth most common reason for emergency room visits in the United States alone. Unfortunately, there are several […]
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A car accident only takes a split second, but it can cause injuries that last a lifetime — even if they don’t seem severe at the time. The good news is expert medical care can get you on the road to recovery faster and with better long-term outcomes. If you’ve been in a car accident, […]
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No one wants an injury to leave them on the sidelines, but it’s a common problem for anyone who’s physically active. The good news is that treatment options keep getting better. One such option is Regenexx®, which doesn’t involve surgery and can help an injury heal faster than surgical treatment. Vladimir Fiks, MD, of Advanced […]
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We all have a subjective idea of how our brains are doing—some days we feel “off” or have “brain fog,” while other days we feel like we can take on the world. But how much better are we on the good days? And are lifestyle or health changes making a difference? That’s where cognitive assessment […]
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