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Evidence + Technology Spine Summit

February 19-22, 2020 in Park City, UT
Combining the latest in spine care with a premier ski and snowboard experience.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Low Back Pain

Available early 2020

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Members have access to The Spine Journal, the highest-rated journal in spine care.

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Coverage Recommendations

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Lumbar Spinal Injections

2020 Evidence & Technology Spine Summit

Coding Update 2020: Mastering the Coding Maze

Spinal Trauma: Getting the Basics Right and Pushing Boundaries

Adult Spinal Deformity: Using Research to Transform Your Practice and Improve Outcomes

LATEST NEWS

NASS Research Funding Letter of Proposal Deadline is February 10

NASS encourages spine care professionals to rise to the challenge of providing research to further develop the spine knowledge base and help providers and patients understand their conditions and care.

New Developments in the Utility of Hounsfield Units in Estimating Bone Quality Prior to Spinal Instrumentation

With an aging population, osteoporosis is a growing public health concern. Poor bone quality in patients older than 50 necessitates special considerations when planning for spinal instrumentation.

The Real Cost of ‘Free MRI Reviews’ for Low Back Pain

Advertisements for “free MRI reviews” may offer little value, may lead to harm and are potential avenues for abuse in an era of value-based medicine.

Physician Burnout

Due to perceived internal and external stigmas associated with mental health issues, lack of self-awareness of symptoms, or unwillingness to accept there is a problem, physicians are at risk of burn out.

20 Under 40 Selections for 2019: Part 1

Meet the extraordinary young spine care providers selected for their service to the community and to NASS as well as their contributions to the spine field.