Cooking with Dr Montesano: The Big Green Egg
View this post on Instagram A post shared by SpineDocs (@spine_docs) Green is good! I love grilling with The Big Green Egg. Today's menu? Wild game from Texas! Call Montesano…
Cooking with Dr Montesano: Alaskan King Crab
View this post on Instagram A post shared by SpineDocs (@spine_docs) While spine surgery is my passion and profession, cooking remains a large part of my life outside the OR.…
It’s frustrating when you’re in pain…
It's frustrating when you're in pain and don't know what's wrong or how to make it stop. Not only is the pain debilitating, but it also keeps you from living…
Spicy Foods
Tips to Avoid Back and Neck Pain: Spicy FoodsCapsaicin, the ingredient that makes chilis hot and spicy, can trigger an inflammatory response in your body which may aggravate spinal conditions.…
Ditch the Deep Fried Foods
Tips to Avoid Back and Neck Pain: Ditch the Deep Fried FoodsThough many people enjoy the taste of deep-fried foods, they can actually cause inflammation in your body and should…
Skip the Sugary Drinks
Tips to Avoid Back and Neck Pain: Skip the Sugary DrinksToo much sugar in your diet can lead to weight gain and maybe even a spine condition! Soda, fruit juice,…
Avoid Alcohol
Tips to Avoid Back and Neck Pain: Avoid AlcoholThe combination of alcohol and spinal conditions can lead to dehydration, which may aggravate some individuals' symptoms. It's best for those with…
Reducing Inflammation
Inflammation is your body's natural response to injury. It may aid in the healing of injuries and can help your body resist disease. Chronic inflammation, on the other hand, has…
Benefits of Pumpkin
It’s Pumpkin Spice Season! Did you know that pumpkin has a variety of health benefits? Pumpkins are a member of the gourd family making them a great source of low-calorie…
#5 Gluten
Studies have shown that many people who suffer from chronic back and neck pain have an intolerance to Gluten. You should consider going on a gluten-free diet if you are…