Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Spine-Talks
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| What’s New in Scoliosis Research | 19 Jun 2026 | 00:40:07 | |
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 Spine Health Foundation, is joined by Dr. Nicolas Plais-Cotrel, orthopedic spine surgeon at the University Hospital of Granada and member of the Scientific Board of the Fondation Yves Cotrel, one of the world's leading organizations dedicated to advancing scoliosis research. Together, they discuss groundbreaking discoveries that are reshaping our understanding of scoliosis and bringing new hope to patients and families worldwide. The conversation explores how scoliosis is far more than a simple sideways curvature of the spine. Dr. Plais-Cotrel explains the complex three-dimensional nature of the condition, the unique role of human spinal alignment and bipedal posture, and why scoliosis remains one of the most fascinating mysteries in musculoskeletal medicine. Topics include: • The difference between normal spinal alignment and scoliosis, and why spinal curves are essential for balance and movement • Why scoliosis is considered a uniquely human condition linked to our upright posture • New insights into the biomechanics of spinal growth and curve progression • Emerging discoveries in genetics and the search for biological pathways that may explain why scoliosis develops • How neuroscience, proprioception, balance, and vestibular function may influence spinal deformity • The Fondation Yves Cotrel’s international research efforts to uncover the causes—or etiology—of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis • The role of bracing, early detection, and scoliosis screening in improving outcomes for children and adolescents • Why multidisciplinary collaboration among surgeons, geneticists, engineers, neurologists, and researchers is accelerating progress toward future treatments and prevention strategies Throughout the discussion, Drs. Roy and Plais-Cotrel emphasize a powerful message: while significant questions remain, the future of scoliosis research has never been more promising. By bringing together leading scientists from around the world and investing in innovative research, organizations like the Fondation Yves Cotrel are helping move the field beyond treating scoliosis toward understanding—and ultimately preventing—it. This inspiring conversation offers patients, families, clinicians, and researchers a front-row seat to the discoveries that may define the next generation of scoliosis care. Learn More: https://spinehealth.org/spine-talks/ Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Breaking the Myths: Men and Osteoporosis | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:23:50 | |
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 Dr. Benjamin Elder from the Mayo Clinic to challenge the widespread misconception that osteoporosis is exclusively a women's disease. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| A Coast-to-Coast Conversation: The Future of Disc Replacement in the U.S. | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:44:48 | |
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 the U.S. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| A Patient and Her Surgeon Celebrate 10 Years After Successful Complex Deformity Surgery | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:48:59 | |
| Stronger Together: How Specialists Work Together to Improve Bone Health for Women and Men | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:43:26 | |
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 world-class experts from complementary fields: Dr. Robert Adler, an endocrinologist from Virginia Commonwealth University and the Richmond VA Center who has spent more than 30 years studying osteoporosis in women and men, and Dr. Paul Anderson, an orthopedic spine surgeon from the University of Wisconsin who leads bone health programs aimed at preventing fractures and improving surgical outcomes, and co-chairs our Task Force. Together, they uncover what most people don’t realize: bones are living, changing organs that constantly remodel throughout life. The doctors discuss:
The episode emphasizes that osteoporosis is preventable and treatable, with the right combination of lifestyle, medical care, and awareness. Both doctors encourage patients to be proactive advocates for their bone health and start conversations with their physicians about screening and treatment options. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Spine-Talks® Cities 2020: Full Program | 03 Oct 2025 | 01:00:22 | |
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 suffering from neck or back pain, you are not alone. Spine-Talks® is where you go for answers. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Artificial Disc Replacement Webinar Part 1 | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:44:45 | |
| COVID 19: Impact on Spinal Health | 12 Sep 2025 | 00:17:12 | |
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. Rita Roy, discuss the impact of COVID-19 on spine health. In this message, they talk about telemedicine, home exercise, healthy habits and more. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Spine-Talks® Featured Program: What Patients Need to Know About Adult Deformity | 05 Sep 2025 | 00:40:06 | |
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 experts on adult deformity. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| What Patients Need to Know About Disc Replacements | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:14:10 | |
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 about artificial disc replacements. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Spine Surgery: When is it a Good Idea? | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:43:32 | |
Experts from the National Spine Health Foundation's Medical & Scientific Board answer common patient questions on spine health. Notably, when is spine surgery a good idea? Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| How to Find the Best Treatment for Me: A Team Approach for Outstanding Results | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:51:30 | |
We're excited to introduce our newest Spine Talks episode, featuring insights from Rajin Sethi, Executive Medical Director at Virginia Mason Health's Neuroscience and Spine Center, his dedicated team, and a resilient patient. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Do No Harm: A Remarkable Conversation Between a Patient and Her Spine Surgeon | 01 Aug 2025 | 00:43:43 | |
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 and honest conversation about Pat’s complex medical diagnosis, Dr. Lenke shares his advice on how doctors can improve their patient care by listening to their patients, counseling patients on the right treatment path, and encouraging patients to be active participants in their medical care. Between Pat’s perseverance to find the right doctor for her treatment and Dr. Lenke’s expertise in spinal deformity, this conversation highlights how important the balance of both are to successful outcomes. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Managing Back Pain: It's Not All In Your Head | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:38:19 | |
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 (Pain Psychologist, Cleveland Clinic) to discuss the real impact of low back pain. They cover: -When spine surgery is helpful and when it’s not -The mental health side of chronic pain -How programs like Empowered Relief and “Trek for Surgical Success” are changing recovery -Why whole-person care leads to better outcomes -Tackling stigma and the opioid crisis in spine treatment If you or a loved one is dealing with back pain, this conversation offers hope, guidance, and practical tools for navigating the journey. 🧠 Learn more at: https://spinehealth.org Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Spine-Talks: Got Neck Pain? Top Surgeons Answer Your Cervical Spine Questions | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:25:21 | |
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 how the spinal cord is the central highway connecting the brain to the body and how it controls the motions in your legs and arms, strength, balance, bowel and bladder function. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Adult Scoliosis: Is it too late to reverse your pain or cosmetic appearance? | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:35:56 | |
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 cookie cutter approach for any one person. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Practical Guidance for Bone Health and Your Spine | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:36:59 | |
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 health. In addition, the experts delve into how to prevent osteoporosis, how to treat it if you have it, and why bone health is such an important component of spine health, and your overall health. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Breakthrough Advances in Modern Spine Care | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:48:25 | |
In the rapidly evolving spine care field, how do experts stay up-to-date on the latest treatments and innovations? Attending professional society meetings like the North American Spine Society (NASS), helps doctors stay current, learn from peers, and be part of the process of evidence development. Listen to this fascinating conversation among NASS leaders covering topics from ethics in research, to congressional action, to getting second opinions. Watch rare public insight into the world’s largest professional spine society meeting and, why people should care. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Is My Back Pain Actually Hip Pain? What You Need to Know About the S-I Joint! | 20 Jun 2025 | 00:51:05 | |
When experiencing lower back pain, often it can be challenging to determine the actual source of the pain. The anatomy of the lower back has many important muscles connected to it which are also connected to the pelvic bones. The joint that connects the hip bone to the lower spine is known as the sacroiliac joint or the S-I Joint. The sacroiliac joint can get inflamed, undergo trauma, or otherwise be out of alignment and cause pain that emanates from the gluteal or buttock region. But how do you know if your lower back pain is coming from your spine or from your sacroiliac joint? In our latest Spine-Talks, Dr. David Polly, an illustrious and celebrated spine leader, highlights the importance of identifying where your pain is coming from and the SI Joint journey. Dive deeper into this fascinating presentation and demonstration of the lower back and the SI joint, and learn strategies for managing pain. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Opioids, Pain & Spine Health: Compassion for a Complex Topic | 06 Jun 2025 | 00:29:03 | |
Featuring the National Spine Health Foundation’s Opioid, Pain, & Spine Health Task Force, our experts discuss the significant challenges surrounding back and neck pain management and the appropriate use of opioid medications in managing both acute and chronic spine pain. Our expert panel highlights the complexity of pain management following spine surgery, the risks associated with opioid use, and ways to minimize opioid dependency while effectively managing pain. This compassionate conversation touches on modern strategies, including multimodal pain management, the implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, and the promise of personalized medicine tailored to individual patient needs. Our Task Force dives into the importance of patient education to prevent opioid addiction and the benefit of understanding genetic profiles in predicting opioid dependence to develop strategies to avoid dependence. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Neck Problems: What Are They, and What to Do About Them? | 30 May 2025 | 00:40:12 | |
Neck pain can be a real nuisance but understanding what is going on and how to treat it can make all the difference. A panel of leading spine experts explores the causes, symptoms, and treatments for neck problems, recorded at the Cervical Spine Research Society meeting. Learn about symptoms, non-surgical treatments, when to consider surgery, and modern surgical options. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Osteoporosis and Your Spine: An Overview | 28 May 2025 | 01:06:03 | |
When it comes to spine health, taking care of the 33 bones-the vertebrae- that make up your spine is very important. Keeping these bones healthy and strong keeps your spine in motion. If you need to have surgery in your spine, the bones need to be strong enough to sustain the correction that surgery is attempting to do. And if your vertebrae are weak, they can fracture creating a complicated recovery picture. Osteoporosis is the condition of weakened bones, and knowledge about it should not be limited to the elderly; prevention starts early in life. Staying in motion keeps you alive, so preventing fractures and keeping the bones strong are critical to your life. We dive into these topics in this comprehensive overview of bone health, osteoporosis and your spine. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Osteoporosis Diagnosis and Treatment Before Surgery | 28 May 2025 | 01:18:55 | |
Are you at risk for Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis, commonly dubbed the "silent disease," often escapes notice due to a lack of symptoms until a fracture occurs. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Osteoporosis, Your Lumbar/Lower Spine, and the Importance of Assessing Your Bone Health | 28 May 2025 | 00:50:53 | |
This latest National Spine Health Foundation (NSHF) Spine-Talks video from our Spine and Bone Health Task Force is focused on the connection between the lumbar/lower spine and bone health and the need to measure your bone density before having a lumbar spine surgery to ensure the best chance of a successful surgical outcome. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Osteoporosis and the Cervical Spine: How Bone Health Affects Your Neck | 28 May 2025 | 00:32:05 | |
Osteoporosis can lead to fractures, deformities, and poor surgical outcomes. Orthopedic spine surgeons Dr. Paul Anderson and Dr. Venu Nemani discuss how bone health affects cervical spine conditions. Learn why screening is essential, how osteoporosis impacts patients, and discover modern advancements in treatment that can improve outcomes and quality of life. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Don't Break Your Back! Vertebral Fractures and How To Avoid Them | 27 May 2025 | 00:29:09 | |
In this enlightening 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 Dr. Lora Giangregorio of the Fragility Fracture Network and University of Waterloo to address one of the most common yet under-discussed spine conditions—vertebral compression fractures. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||
| Spine-Talks: What You Need to Know About Artificial Disc Replacements | 23 May 2025 | 00:32:35 | |
In this episode of Spine Talks, Dr. Rita Roy, alongside Dr. Richard Guyer and Dr. Domagoj Coric, explores the cutting-edge advancements of spine surgery. Tune in to learn about the future of spinal health! | |||