Changes in Interventional Pain Physician Decision-Making, Practice Patterns, and Mental Health During the Early Phase of the SARS-CoV-2 Global Pandemic.

Background And Objectives: The novel coronavirus outbreak (SARS-CoV-2) began in late 2019 and dramatically impacted health care systems. This study aimed to describe the impact of the early phase of the pandemic on physician decision-making, practice patterns, and mental health.

Methods: An anonymous survey was distributed to physician members of the Spine Intervention Society (SIS) on March 24 and April 7, 2020.

Atlanto-axial Pannus in Patients with and without Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Objective: Pannus formation in the atlanto-axial joint is a well-recognized complication of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Occasionally, atlanto-axial pannus is reported when patients without a history of RA undergo magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the cervical spine. We sought to further characterize these patients.

Comparison of Symptoms From C6 and C7 Radiculopathy.

Study Design: Case series.

Objective: This study compared the locations of arm pain, sensory symptoms, and subjective complaints of arm weakness in patients with cervical radiculopathy from MRI confirmed C6 and C7 nerve root compression.

Summary Of Background Data: Cervical radiculopathy is defined as arm pain, sensory and motor symptoms caused by irritation of a cervical nerve root.

Core Training in Low Back Disorders: Role of the Pilates Method.

The Pilates method is a system of exercises developed by Joseph Pilates, which emphasizes recruitment and strengthening of the core muscles, flexibility, and breathing, to promote stability and control of movement. Its focus bears similarity to current evidence-based exercise programs for low back disorders. Spinal stability is a function of three interdependent systems, osseoligamentous, muscular, and neural control; exercise addresses both the muscular and neural function.