Valley Spine Center: Encino California

News Coverage

Spanish Language News Station interviews Dr. Tepper and Staff at the Valley Spine Center.

Dr. Tepper is interviewed on the television program Southland Today to explain the procedures, the benefits and the advancements in spinal surgery using disc replacements.

PBS Medical Show American Health Journal highlights Dr. Gil Tepper's participation in a FDA approved trial of Spinal Disc Replacement surgery. Dr. Tepper explains the differences between disc replacement and spinal fusion surgery.

Lack of Activity May Increase Problems

Dr. Tepper explains that lack of exersice may cause a condition to worsen and how to properly deal with the pain.

Surgery Choices - Non / Minimally Invasive

Dr. Tepper provides insight into the non-invasive or minimally invasive choices patients have when dealing with back pain.

A New Era in Spine Surgery

Dr. Tepper gives a brief history on fusion spine surgery and disc replacement surgery. He details the benefits of disc replacement over fusion surgery.

Spine Replacement Demo

Dr. Tepper explains the difference between the fusion spine surgery and artificial disc replacement surgery.

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Most People Wake With Back Pain

Dr. Tepper speaks about the need for a good supportive mattress. He also refers to the degeneration of the spine during daily activities.

Preventing Serious Problems - Nerve Pain

Dr. Tepper provides insight into sciatica and stresses the importance to seek help when nerve pain occurs.

Reducing Inflammation & Increasing Awareness

Dr. Tepper explains why time is needed to properly diagnose a back pain and why certain conditions may need to be dealt with more aggressively first.

Preventing Serious Problems - Nerve Pain

Dr. Tepper provides insight into sciatica and stresses the importance to seek help when nerve pain occurs.

Percentage of Back Problems

Statistics say that 80% of the population have at one point suffered from backpain. Dr. Tepper provides his own opinion on that statistic.

Living With Backpain

Dr. Tepper gives some tips on how to better cope with backpain and reduce it completely by changing habits or furniture.

Focusing on Non-Surgical Means

Dr. Tepper's treatment plans are tailored to providing the best possible outcome now. Keeping in mind not to limit the patient's chances for better treatment due to future advancements in the field.

Candidates for Spine Surgery

Dr. Tepper explains who is a candidate for disc replacement surgery trial and the difference between spine surgeries.

Non-Invasive Treatment Methods

Dr. Tepper lists some of the treatment methods that may reduce or eliminate back pain. He also talks about a 90 day window to diagnose the pain generator.

Becoming a Patient

Dr. Tepper stresses the importance understanding the patient's lifestyle and choosing the right treatment based on the patient's activities.

Importance of Exercise

Dr. Tepper explains the importance of health and proper exercise to reduce strain on the back.