MHSI - Michigan Head & Spine Institute Blog

MHSI is the largest, most experienced group of physicians in Southeast Michigan dedicated to treating patients with disorders of the head and spine. We provide the entire continuum of care for head and spine conditions.  From physiatrists and neuropsychologists who treat patients with non-surgical interventions to neurosurgeons skilled in the most delicate brain and spine surgery. Why travel from office to office when MHSI provides the full spectrum of head and spine care.

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Surgery for Cervical Neck Problems: Is It Worth It?

January 18, 2023

Tejpaul S. Pannu, M.D. Neurosurgeon The cervical vertebrae are the part of the spine we use the most on a daily basis to go about our normal lives, and are made up of the top seven bones in your spinal column. Understanding these vertebrae, including what can go wrong with them and how problems can […]

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How Wearables Can Help Monitor Stroke Risk

December 22, 2022

Richard D. Fessler, M.D. Neurosurgeon Someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds, and strokes are a leading cause of death and disability for Americans. One of the best ways to lower your risk of having a stroke is to know your risk factors so that you can work to reduce them. […]

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How the O-Arm™ Makes Spine Surgery Better

December 21, 2022

John J. Steele, M.D., Ph.D. Neurosurgeon You may not be familiar with the O-arm™, but this imaging system has revolutionized spinal surgery, along with other surgical procedures. Getting to know the O-arm™, including what makes it superior to other imaging tools and why it’s considered top-of-the line for spinal trauma surgeries, can help you understand […]

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What Seniors Should Consider Before Neurosurgery

November 9, 2022

Understanding some of the neurosurgery issues seniors face, including some of the most common surgeries and special considerations for this age group, can help older folks and their families determine if they’re dealing with a health issue that could be helped by surgery of the brain or spine.

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Thinking about spine surgery? Consider minimally invasive options

November 2, 2022

Are you experiencing chronic back problems but have put off seeking treatment because you’re afraid you’ll need major surgery? Chances are you have nothing to worry about. More than one million spinal surgical procedures are performed every year in the United States, and many of them aren’t invasive. In fact, recent research indicates that more than half of spinal procedures performed are minimally invasive.