Health Facts

Back pain is often caused by obesity

Most people know that obesity contributes to the development of various diseases. However, did you know that obesity is a contributing factor to back pain? It is true. Being overweight or obese can significantly contribute to  osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis.

Patient Forms - Cedars-Sinai's Office

Several patient forms are available for download in pdf format:

New Patient Information: 
These documents contain information about our Cedars-Sinai office and it's policies. The three documents below are for you to keep for your files. It is not necessary to return them to our office:
    • pre authorized insurance requirements (not available yet)
    • patient fact sheet (not available yet)
    • map to the Medical Center (not available yet)

New Patient Forms:
These documents need to be printed, filled-out COMPLETELY and brought to your appointment along with ANY x-rays and/or scans pertaining to your spine.

Don't forget to bring your insurance card and ID as it is required for our billing department. Should you have any questions please feel free to contact our office. Our friendly staff will be more than happy to assist you. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

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The Spine Institute is often in the news pioneering new treatments to help the reported 34 million Americans 18 years and older who suffer lower back pain, and another 9 million who suffer neck pain. Watch the news coverage here.