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Dear Patient, This letter is to inform you that I, Dr. Roosevelt Offoha, will be leaving Houston Scoliosis and Spine Institute. My last day will be September 30, 2023. Dr. Ra’Kerry Rahman, owner, and founder, of Houston Scoliosis and Spine Institute will be able to continue your care following my departure. He will take over…
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If you’re experiencing chronic hip pain, you may be considering hip surgery. The Houston Scoliosis & Spine Institute is a specialized center for orthopedics and offers a variety of treatments for hip problems. Whether you’re an athlete or suffer from a degenerative joint disease, here are four reasons why you may need a hip replacement.
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Knee pain is a common problem that affects millions of Americans every year. If you are dealing with knee pain, it can be difficult to find relief. At the Houston Scoliosis & Spine Institute, we specialize in treating knee pain and providing you with the best care possible. Here are four reasons you may need…
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Not sure why your back is hurting? Learn more below. Learn More About Our World-Class Surgeon! Chronic back pain is classified as back pain that lasts for three or more months. It might be occasional, usually bringing short-lived relief, then frustrations. Managing back pain can be very trying, and that’s especially true if you do…
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Wondering Why Your Back Is Aching? Find the Spine Pain Solution You’ve Been Looking For! Back pain is among the common causes of people missing work and visiting a doctor. But, unfortunately, it is also among the leading causes of disability in the world. About 60-80 percent of United States adults will experience back pain…
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Dr. Rahman is the only surgeon in the world who has partnered with Regenexx and its regenerative medicine network. As a result, he now offers patients a new hope for their quality of life, as well as an alternative to traditional treatments that aren’t always successful. Every day, Dr. Rahman is faced with the decision…
Read MoreMarch 16, 2020 To our valued patients, colleagues and friends: With the current Corona virus quarantine, please be advised that until further notice to provide the utmost protection to our patients, Houston Scoliosis and Spine Institute is halting all elective surgeries for patients 60 years of age and over. Our office will contact all…
Read MoreDisabling, Isthmic Spondylolisthesis in 50 Year Old Female Patient History: The patient was a 50-year-old female from southern Illinois, who came to our office with severe pain in her low back and in both legs. The pain was so severe that it was drastically reducing the quality of her life, and making everyday tasks difficult…
Read MorePatient History: The 34-year-old male patient came to Dr. Rahman’s office complaining of having had neck pain for 8 months, and was now concerned that the pain had spread to his right arm. He also described experiencing numbness and tingling in the index finger and thumb on his right hand. Patient Examination and Diagnosis: Dr.…
Read MorePatient History: 31-year-old woman with substantial back and bilateral thigh pain. Another surgeon performed an AxiaLif and posterior screws. She had persistent back pain. She developed new thigh pain. Imaging below shows a substantial herniation at the level above the AxiaLif. She failed conservative measures to improve. Surgery: Patient underwent a revision L3 – pelvis…
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