Nina Espinoza, Author at Florida Joint and Spine Institute

Early Signs of Hip Osteoarthritis: How to Recognize and Respond

May 8, 2025 | Hips

Early hip osteoarthritis frequently begins with dull pain in the groin or outer thigh that may intensify after walking or standing, signaling cartilage wear in the hip joint. Many patients notice morning stiffness or difficulty turning in bed that eases with gentle...

Free Pain Management Seminars

Apr 25, 2025 | Seminar

In partnership with Boston Scientific, our providers, Dr. Thakur and Dr. JC Alvarez, along with their dedicated team, hosted free educational seminars focused on advanced pain management options. Last year’s event took place in Winter Haven, and this year, the seminar...

PRP Therapy for Joint Pain: Benefits and Candidacy Criteria

Apr 4, 2025 | Joints, Joints and Bones

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy harnesses your body’s own growth factors to stimulate healing in injured or arthritic joints. By concentrating platelets from a small sample of your blood, PRP injections deliver a potent mix of proteins directly to the site of pain,...

Strengthening Exercises for Degenerative Disc Disease: A Patient Guide

Mar 22, 2025 | back pain

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) occurs when the intervertebral discs lose hydration and elasticity, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced spinal mobility. While the term “disease” can sound alarming, many patients find meaningful relief by incorporating targeted...

When to Consider Epidural Steroid Injections for Sciatica Relief

Feb 19, 2025 | back pain

Sciatica, radiating pain, numbness, or tingling that travels from the lower back down the leg—is often caused by irritation of the spinal nerve roots. While many cases improve with rest, physical therapy, and medications, some patients continue to experience...

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Early Signs of Hip Osteoarthritis: How to Recognize and Respond

Free Pain Management Seminars

PRP Therapy for Joint Pain: Benefits and Candidacy Criteria

Strengthening Exercises for Degenerative Disc Disease: A Patient Guide

When to Consider Epidural Steroid Injections for Sciatica Relief

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