Degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is the most common cause of spinal cord dysfunction in adults—yet it often goes unrecognized. In this live webinar, presented by the Section on Interdisciplinary Spine Care, a multidisciplinary panel of experts will explore the biomechanics, disability impact, and diagnostic challenges of DCM. Attendees will review current clinical guidelines and gain practical insights to support earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

CME Credit is available.
CEUs may be available for physical therapists. Please consult your state licensing board for eligibility.

Thoracolumbar spine trauma represents the majority of spinal injuries across all age groups, from high-energy trauma in younger patients to fragility fractures in the elderly. In this live webinar, experts will provide an evidence-based overview of injury patterns, initial evaluation, and treatment decision-making. Discussion will focus on avoiding common pitfalls and tailoring management to optimize functional outcomes.

CME Credit is available.

Explore the latest breakthroughs in adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery with leading experts in the field. This dynamic webinar will tackle evolving concepts in spinal alignment, bone health optimization, and the integration of patient-specific technologies to improve surgical outcomes. Through focused presentations and an engaging case discussion, faculty will address controversial topics and share practical strategies for managing complex ASD cases. Whether you're refining your understanding or looking to adopt new techniques, this session offers valuable insights you can apply in practice.

This expert-led webinar provides an in-depth review of the latest advancements in the management of traumatic spinal cord injury (tSCI), with a focus on neuroprotection, neuromodulation, neuroregeneration, and surgical strategies. Grounded in evidence and clinical experience, faculty will highlight current best practices and explore the most promising therapeutic developments on the horizon. Interactive discussion will allow for practical application and audience engagement. Companion articles on this topic are available in both NASSJ and SpineLine.

Unable to attend the live webinar on September 4, 2025? Register and watch the webinar recording OnDemand at a time and place convenient to you. Available 5-10 business days after the live event concludes.

CME Credit is available.

This webinar explores the latest insights and evolving techniques in pelvic fixation across a range of clinical scenarios. Topics include comparisons between traditional pelvic fixation and S2AI approaches, the role of SI joint fusion, and strategies to avoid fixation in adult spine deformity. Experts will also address pediatric indications, post-traumatic deformities, and minimally invasive reconstruction options. Gain valuable perspectives on improving outcomes and reducing pain in pelvic fixation procedures.

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This interactive debate-style webinar will explore diverse surgical approaches for Grade 1 Degenerative Spondylolisthesis through a real case presentation. Following a case overview, expert speakers will present their preferred techniques, including Tubular MIS, Full Endoscopic Decompression, Biportal Endoscopic Fusion, and MIS TLIF. The session will conclude with a review of surgical outcomes and an engaging panel discussion, offering valuable insights into decision-making in minimally invasive spine surgery.

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This hands-on course for surgeons includes lab sessions using cadaveric specimens. It will provide attendees with the latest information on techniques to reduce radiation exposure during minimally invasive spine surgery. Topics include the use of various systems during surgery, preoperative planning tools, pedicle access, endoscopic spine and disc targeting. Expert faculty also will address navigation and targeting using the latest technology.

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This webinar highlights the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in spine care, covering key topics such as multimodal prognosis for cervical OPLL, automated data extraction from surgical records, and AI-assisted triage. Explore the future of digital phenotyping, AI-powered automatic data collection for X-ray measurements, and patient-reported outcomes. Additionally, this webinar examines AI's role in unilateral biportal endoscopy and the promising possibilities of robotic spine surgery.

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The field of spinal biologics is rapidly evolving as patients, researchers, and clinicians are recognizing its potential to treat challenging painful conditions. While the roles of both nonoperative and surgical treatment are relatively well-defined in the algorithm of spine care, the indications, risks, and concerns regarding biologics for a variety of spinal conditions have not been agreed upon. Because of the differences in regulatory pathways for many of these products, the availability of data is variable making administrative decision-making difficult. This meeting will bring together exciting minds from academia and industry to discuss the pertinent technologies and relevant issues in biologics use for spinal conditions.

This webinar explores advanced spinal injection techniques for diagnosing and treating lower back and cervical spine pain. Topics include an overview of spinal injections, ultrasound-guided approaches to cervical and lumbar discs, perineural vitamin B12 injections for cervical radiculopathy, essential image-guided interventional pain management techniques, and facet procedures with radiofrequency ablation.

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This online course, captured live in collaboration with Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, offers a deep dive into pelvic girdle and sacroiliac joint (SIJ) physical examination techniques. It is designed for experienced practitioners and structured around three detailed demonstration videos followed by a 1.5 hour symposium. These demonstrations showcase distinct approaches by a physiatrist, chiropractor, and spine surgeon.

Supplementing these demonstrations, the course includes symposium footage featuring expert debates and interactive sessions. The curriculum emphasizes SIJ examinations from both operative and non-operative spine care perspectives, integrating practical case studies with expert panel discussions.

This educational experience bridges theoretical knowledge with clinical practice demands, making it an invaluable tool for continuous learning. This online course includes the following four videos:

1. Physical Exam Demonstration: Spine Surgeon Approach
David W. Polly, Jr., MD (NASS)

2. Physical Exam Demonstration: Physiatry & Chiropractic Approach
Heidi Prather, DO (NASS); Gregory L. Whitcomb, DC (NASS)

3. Physical Exam Demonstration: Physical Therapy Approach
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip.MDT (Shirley Ryan AbilityLab); Heidi Prather, DO (NASS)

4. Interprofessional Symposium
Heidi Prather, DO (NASS), Monica Rho, MD (Shirley Ryan AbilityLab), Gregory L. Whitcomb, DC (NASS); David W. Polly, Jr., MD (NASS);
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip.MDT (Shirley Ryan AbilityLab), Natalie Neps, PT, DPT (NASS)

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Pain from the cervical spine after whiplash includes a diverse group of etiologies. Specific treatment algorithms have been published, but do not address the underlying etiology specifically. Treating patients with whiplash can be challenging, and this session aims to improve collaborative evaluation and multidisciplinary treatment.

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This webinar provides evidence-based knowledge to spine practitioners on the different modalities for the treatment of Adjacent Segment Disease. The disease burden of adjacent segment disease (ASD) is growing with increase in the volume of lumbar fusions performed. Understanding the patient characteristics, pathophysiology, biomechanics, clinical presentation, and diagnostic approach to ASD is essential in providing further care to these patients. It provides an update on incidence and risk factors for ASD including patient factors, the level of the fusion, number of levels included, the surgical technique used, and the pre-existing degenerative condition. It provides an update on conservative modalities including pain management and physical therapy. Faculty discuss various surgical approaches including conventional and minimally invasive posterior approaches and whole spectrum of retroperitoneal approaches including lateral approach, anterolateral approach and anterior approach.

This webinar highlights the latest advancements in craniocervical spine surgery, focusing on innovative approaches, instrumentation, and quantitative pathology assessment. Experts discuss C1-2 facet distraction, odontoidectomy, and fixation techniques, along with updates on trauma management and tumor treatment, offering insights into best practices and emerging trends.

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This OnDemand webinar updates spine practitioners on the latest advancements in managing incomplete spinal cord injuries. It delves into leveraging machine learning algorithms to personalize patient care, identify predictors of outcomes, and determine the best treatment approaches for various patient demographics, including geriatric and frail patients. Attendees will gain insights into optimizing both surgical and conservative treatment strategies, with a focus on the timing of surgery for central cord syndrome and emerging evidence on its impact on recovery.

Additionally, the webinar covers the evolving best practices for managing incomplete spinal cord injuries, including ideal MAP goals, steroid use, surgical approaches, and the role of duroplasty. Explore the potential of emerging technologies such as brain-computer interfaces and neuromodulation to enhance patient outcomes.

Stay at the forefront of spinal cord injury management by registering for this informative webinar and equipping yourself with the knowledge to provide the best care for your patients.

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This course on Interlaminar Lumbar Decompression is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to perform endoscopic decompression procedures safely and effectively. You will learn to identify images of central and lateral recess stenosis and corresponding neurogenic claudication, describe the ideal indications for endoscopic decompression, and recognize the relevant surgical anatomy and landmarks.

The course consists of 7 modules, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each step involved in the procedure and will take approximately 1 hour to complete.

1. Patient Selection
2. Surgical Anatomy
3. Surgical Planning
4. OR Setup and Patient Positioning
5. Surgical Steps
6. Intra-Operative Imaging
7. Post-Operative Care

After the conclusion of the 7th module, you are encouraged to answer knowledge check questions. Answering the questions is not required to complete the course, however you are encouraged to take them to assess your retention of the material.

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This course on Interlaminar Lumbar Discectomy is tailored to help you effectively select appropriate patients for beginners' cases and navigate potential challenges. You'll learn to identify patient anatomy, relevant anatomic structures, and correctly interpret the interlaminar window at the targeted level. The course covers optimal patient positioning, OR setup, key steps of the discectomy procedure, and intraoperative imaging techniques, ensuring you can avoid common pitfalls.

The course consists of 7 modules, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each step involved in the procedure and will take approximately 1 hour to complete.

1. Patient Selection
2. Surgical Anatomy
3. Surgical Planning
4. OR Setup and Patient Positioning
5. Surgical Steps
6. Intra-Operative Imaging
7. Post-Operative Care

After the conclusion of the 7th module, you are encouraged to answer knowledge check questions. Answering the questions is not required to complete the course, however you are encouraged to take them to assess your retention of the material.

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This course on Transforaminal Lumbar Discectomy is designed to guide you through selecting the best candidates for L4-5 endoscopic discectomy, focusing on patient anatomy and multiple clinical factors. You will learn to evaluate your capabilities, understand foraminal and spinal canal anatomy, and maintain spatial orientation during surgery.

The course consists of 7 modules, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each step involved in the procedure and will take approximately 1 hour to complete.

1. Patient Selection
2. Surgical Anatomy
3. Surgical Planning
4. OR Setup and Patient Positioning
5. Surgical Steps
6. Intra-Operative Imaging
7. Post-Operative Care

After the conclusion of the 7th module, you are encouraged to answer knowledge check questions. Answering the questions is not required to complete the course, however you are encouraged to take them to assess your retention of the material.

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This OnDemand webinar, presented in collaboration with the Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS), addresses the complex challenges of managing cervical spine conditions in athletes. The webinar provides comprehensive insights into common pathologies such as burners/stingers, cervical radiculopathy, and cervical myelopathy, with a special focus on the unique return-to-play considerations at both the amateur and professional levels.

Participants will explore the latest advancements in treatment, including cervical disc replacement, and evaluate its role and effectiveness in contact sports. The webinar also covers critical counseling strategies for athletes with asymptomatic cervical stenosis, ensuring informed decisions about their return to sport. Gain the knowledge you need to navigate these controversies and support athletes in achieving safe and successful outcomes.

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Dive into the future of spine surgery with a comprehensive webinar on the next generation of PEEK Interbody Fusion Devices (IBFDs). Since their initial regulatory clearance in 2001, PEEK IBFDs have transformed spine surgery, offering benefits such as radiolucency, optimal stiffness, and improved subsidence resistance. However, concerns about their biological passivity have spurred a resurgence of titanium implants. Now, decades of research and innovation are leading to groundbreaking advancements in PEEK IBFDs, introducing bioactive and porous features that enhance bone ongrowth and ingrowth.

This one and a half hour webinar recording provides an in-depth exploration of the scientific foundations and clinical outcomes associated with these new PEEK technologies. You'll gain insights into the materials science behind these innovations, preclinical developments, and the latest clinical data on bioactive and porous PEEK IBFDs.

This is a must-see webinar for spine professionals looking to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of spinal fusion technology.

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In this webinar recording, faculty focus on the role of spondylolysis as a leading cause of low back pain in athletes. They discuss sport-specific prevalence and an evidence-based clinical and diagnostic imaging evaluation. The attendee will gain insight into the evidence for rehabilitation strategies, percutaneous interventions, and surgical management as well as prognosis for return to sport.

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Achieving optimal spinal alignment is known to be a key factor in improving patient outcomes following adult spinal deformity surgery. Significant advances have been made in better understanding the optimal patient specific alignment. However, technical execution of the realignment plan and confirmation intraoperatively can be technically challenging. In this webinar recording, faculty focus on the safe execution of the realignment plan and obtaining confirmation intraoperatively. Additionally, you will learn strategies for refining correction if the initial realignment falls short of preoperative goals.

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