Navigating the world of healthcare can often feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the various specialists and their roles. You’re not alone if you’ve ever heard of a neurosurgeon and wondered precisely what they do. A neurosurgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and surgically treating disorders of the nervous system, […]
COVINGTON, LOUISIANA – AVALA is pleased to announce the expansion of its physician partnerships with the addition of AVALA Spine, formerly DISC of Louisiana. DISC of Louisiana has long seen the benefit of its evolution to AVALA Spine, helping to bridge the gap from clinical to surgical care with AVALA. Beginning September 1, 2023, DISC […]
Shailene Woodley has starred in blockbuster movies and popular TV shows. She recently made headlines when she announced her engagement to famous quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. She has not let her scoliosis diagnosis keep her from success and happiness. Woodley has been very open about the struggles she faced as a teenager. She was diagnosed with […]
The front-man for the legendary 90’s rock band “Nirvana” was diagnosed with scoliosis in junior high school. Kurt Cobain’s many mental and physical health struggles were well documented through the early 90’s until his untimely death in 1994. Cobain struggled with chronic stomach problems, psychological troubles and drug abuse, but his growing back pain due […]
Princess Eugenie of York was born to one of the most famous families in the world. When she was 12 years old she got some challenging news when she was diagnosed with severe scoliosis. Doctors told her she would need surgery to correct the severe curve in her spine. “There are so many emotions and […]