The ultimate goal in treating any spinal condition is the restoration of function and the reduction or elimination of pain. Often, spinal problems involve undue pressure on the nerves of the neck or lower back, which can create symptoms of cervical or lumbar radiculopathy, cervical myelopathy or lumbar stenosis. Occasionally, such issues can also accompany an abnormal slippage...
Continue ReadingAn artificial disc replacement surgery involves removing a degenerated and worn-out disc in the lower back, and replacing it with an artificial disc. An artificial disc is designed to mimic the spine’s natural form and function and allows the preservation of the normal motion of the spine. This is in contrast to a fusion operation, where a disc is...
Continue ReadingThe facility where Dr. Saadat is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery – Cedars-Sinai 90210 Surgery Medical Center – was just ranked the top Ambulatory Surgery Center in the county by Newsweek. This new ranking comes out just a few months after Cedars-Sinai Medical Center was ranked the best hospital in California and the #2 hospital in the...
Continue ReadingOrthopedic Spine Solutions for Patients in Santa Clarita, CA Dr. Ehsan Saadat of Saadat Spine in southern California recieved his training in orthopedic spine surgery from Harvard University and Emory University. Dr. Saadat is proud to announce that he recently successfully treated several patients from Santa Clarita. You can read testimonials from a couple of those patients below. While...
Continue ReadingContact Saadat Spine in Los Angeles for a consultation regarding spine surgery alternatives, including a minimally-invasive lumbar fusion. Traditionally, lumbar spine surgery was performed utilizing long incisions on the lower back, and involved extensive dissection of the muscles that attach to the spine. These approaches also meant longer operative times, more blood loss during surgery, and a much longer...
Continue ReadingThe human spine is made up of 33 “motion segments” divided into the cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral areas. Motion-preserving surgery aims to keep these segments flexible. The cervical and lumbar regions of the spine are mobile, allowing for the flexibility of the neck and the lower back, and activities such as bending, turning, and twisting. Traditional surgical approaches...
Continue ReadingDr. Ehsan Saddat has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence by the Office of Patient Experience at Cedars Sinai, which was just ranked the #2 hospital in the nation. The certificate – awarded by Vice President of Patient Experience Alan Dubovsky – recognizes Dr. Saadat for being in the top 10% nationally in Patient Experience performance of all physicians...
Continue ReadingIn addition to being ranked the #2 hospital in the nation, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center – where Dr. Ehsan Saadat is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery – has been ranked the #1 hospital in California. In their annual report on the best hospitals in the country, U.S. World News & Report endeavors to rank hospitals based on patient outcomes, patient...
Continue ReadingHere at Saadat Spine we specialize in spine care in Orange County. We treat patients who suffer from back or neck pain, which often results from nerve or spinal cord compression, and which produces pain down the arms or legs. We treat every patient with a personalized approach. Most spinal problems can be effectively treated without surgery, using specialized...
Continue ReadingOrthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Ehsan Saadat recently gave a presentation about surgical treatment options for cervical stenosis. You can check it out below. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed here, we invite you to contact us to schedule an appointment with Dr. Saadat.
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