by ericjariasmd | Dec 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cervical deformity refers to abnormal alignment or curvature of the cervical spine. This condition can result from trauma, degenerative disease, congenital abnormalities, or previous surgeries. Left untreated, cervical deformity symptoms can lead to chronic pain,...
by ericjariasmd | Dec 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cervical myelopathy is a serious condition caused by compression of the spinal cord in the neck. Unlike radiculopathy, which affects individual nerve roots, myelopathy impacts the spinal cord itself—leading to more widespread and potentially disabling symptoms. Learn...
by ericjariasmd | Dec 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cervical radiculopathy is a condition caused by compression or irritation of a nerve root in the cervical spine (neck region). This can result in pain that radiates from the neck into the shoulder, arm, and even the fingers. Patients may also experience numbness,...
by ericjariasmd | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Meeting with a neurosurgeon for the first time can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re facing a diagnosis involving the brain or spine. Knowing what to expect can help you prepare for your first visit with a Neurosurgeon, ease anxiety and ensure you get the...
by ericjariasmd | Nov 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
A brain aneurysm is a weak spot in a blood vessel in the brain that bulges or balloons outward. While many aneurysms remain small and asymptomatic, others can rupture, leading to a life-threatening condition known as a subarachnoid hemorrhage. Understand the signs and...
by ericjariasmd | Nov 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Breakthrough research featuring contributions from Eric Arias, MD, who serves as the medical director of CarePoint’s Neurosurgery and Spine division, was recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine. A landmark study, the STEM trial, which involved...