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Kaizen Health and Wellness · Spotlight Series

Spine Surgery

Brian Handal, DO

01 The interview 01 / 03

In this episode, Dr. Brian Handal, an orthopedic spine surgeon, discusses common back issues, MRI interpretations, surgical options, and how emerging technologies like AI and 3D printing are transforming spine care. Perfect for anyone curious about back pain and treatment options. We also explore the latest in spine health, minimally invasive surgery, physical therapy, and the role of alternative treatments like dry needling and traction, with insights on preventing back pain, surgical options, and the importance of treating spine care as a whole-body problem.

What you’ll learn

  • Common causes of back pain and when to worry
  • MRI interpretation and incidental findings
  • Surgical options: fusion vs. disc replacement
  • The role of AI and 3D printing in spine surgery
  • Psychological aspects of revision spine surgery
  • Differences between orthopedic and neurosurgeon spine specialists
  • Minimally invasive spine surgery techniques
  • Role of physical therapy pre- and post-surgery
  • Dry needling and its effectiveness
  • Traction and decompression therapies
  • Prevention and causes of back pain
  • Genetic and mechanical factors in spine degeneration
  • Why spine care should account for the whole body, not just the spine
Guest Brian Handal, DO
Business DMOS Orthopaedic Centers, 6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
01 The intake 01 / 02

Put it in writing.

Five short questions. A real person calls you back, usually within two business hours, with times that fit your week.

The people who end up filling this out are rarely in the worst pain of their life. They’re just done working around it, done picking the errand that doesn’t require the stairs. If that’s the stage you’re at, this is the part where you stop researching and start.

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Appointment request 01 / 05

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02 Where we are 02 / 02

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In the neighborhood, with parking by the door. Come see the place before you commit, if you like.

Map 01The neighborhood

The clinic · Kaizen Health and Wellness

Address 11119 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone (515) 207-2450
Fax (515) 513-5431
Email admin@kaizendsm.com
Hours Mon-Fri 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sat-Sun Closed
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