Spine-Talks
by Dr. Rita Roy
SpineREADY: Taking the Fear Out of Spine Surgery
About this podcast
Welcome to Spine-Talks®, the official podcast of the National Spine Health Foundation — your source for scholarly guidance on spinal health and wellbeing. Here, we have the opportunity to interview top spine surgeons, rehab specialists, patients, and researchers as we speak about innovative technology in the treatment of the spine, hear real patient stories, and provide evidence-based recommendations for a pain-free, active life. No matter if you are in recovery from a spinal condition or simply wish to maintain a healthy back, Spine-Talks® offers hope, education, and empowerment—straight from the nation's top spine experts.
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Episodes
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- SpineREADY: Taking the Fear Out of Spine Surgery · 18 minSend us Fan Mail How can you feel more prepared for spine surgery—and what can you do before and after your procedure to support recovery? In this episode of Spine Talks, Dr…
- The Continuum of Spine Care: What Patients Need To Know · 23 minSend us Fan Mail What is interventional spine care—and could a less invasive treatment help you avoid or delay spine surgery? In this episode of Spine Talks, Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of…
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: What You Need to Know · 45 minSend us Fan Mail In this video, Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of the National Spine Health Foundation, and a panel of the leaders of the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS)…
- What’s New in Scoliosis Research · 40 minSend us Fan Mail In this episode of Spine Talks, we explore one of the most important questions in spine health: What’s New in Scoliosis Research? Host Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of the…
- Breaking the Myths: Men and Osteoporosis · 24 minSend us Fan Mail In this episode of Spine-Talks, Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of the National Spine Health Foundation, is joined by Dr. Paul Anderson from the University of Wisconsin and…
- A Coast-to-Coast Conversation: The Future of Disc Replacement in the U.S. · 45 minSend us Fan Mail In this Spine Talk, we bring together leading spine experts from across the United States for a coast-to-coast conversation on the future of disc replacement in…
- A Patient and Her Surgeon Celebrate 10 Years After Successful Complex Deformity Surgery · 49 minSend us Fan Mail Support the show Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!
- Stronger Together: How Specialists Work Together to Improve Bone Health for Women and Men · 43 minSend us Fan Mail In this episode of Spine Talks, we explore the vital topic of osteoporosis — a condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures — with two…
- Spine-Talks® Cities 2020: Full Program · 1 h 0 minSend us Fan Mail A virtual tour of exciting minimally invasive advancements , brought to you by the nation’s leading experts in spinal health care. If you or someone you know is…
- Artificial Disc Replacement Webinar Part 1 · 45 minSend us Fan Mail Support the show Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health!
- COVID 19: Impact on Spinal Health · 17 minSend us Fan Mail Dr. Thomas Schuler, CEO of the Virginia Spine Institute and Chairman of the Medical and Scientific Board for the Spine Health Foundation (NSHF) and NSHF CEO, Dr…
- Spine-Talks® Featured Program: What Patients Need to Know About Adult Deformity · 40 minSend us Fan Mail Our CEO, Rita Roy, MD and Medical & Scientific Board Chairman, Thomas Schuler, M.D., F.A.C.S. of Virginia Spine Institute host a panel of the nation's top spine…
- What Patients Need to Know About Disc Replacements · 14 minSend us Fan Mail Two spine surgeons from our Medical & Scientific Board, Dr. Thomas Schuler (Reston, VA) and Dr. Scott Blumenthal (Plano, TX) discuss what patients need to know…
- Spine Surgery: When is it a Good Idea? · 44 minSend us Fan Mail Experts from the National Spine Health Foundation's Medical & Scientific Board answer common patient questions on spine health. Notably, when is spine surgery a…
- How to Find the Best Treatment for Me: A Team Approach for Outstanding Results · 52 minSend us Fan Mail We're excited to introduce our newest Spine Talks episode, featuring insights from Rajin Sethi, Executive Medical Director at Virginia Mason Health's…
- Do No Harm: A Remarkable Conversation Between a Patient and Her Spine Surgeon · 44 minSend us Fan Mail Join us for this captivating conversation with world-renowned spine surgeon, Lawrence Lenke, MD, and one of his scoliosis patients, Pat Schellhorn. In this open…
- Spine-Talks: Got Neck Pain? Top Surgeons Answer Your Cervical Spine Questions · 25 minSend us Fan Mail If you're experiencing neck pain, you will want to listen to this informative panel discussion with the leading experts on the cervical spine. Learn more about…
- Managing Back Pain: It's Not All In Your Head · 38 minSend us Fan Mail Join Dr. Rita Roy, CEO of the Spine Health Foundation, as she sits down with Dr. Jason Savage (Orthopedic Spine Surgeon & LSRS President) and Dr. Sara Davin…
- Adult Scoliosis: Is it too late to reverse your pain or cosmetic appearance? · 36 minSend us Fan Mail With the advancements in technology and data, treatments for spinal deformity and pain are abundant for helping those with scoliosis at any age. There is no…
- Practical Guidance for Bone Health and Your Spine · 37 minSend us Fan Mail This easy to follow discussion helps people understand the condition of osteoporosis, which is a weakening of the bones, and why this matters to your spine…







