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By: Dr. Ahmad Elakil Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago – Herniated discs are one of the leading causes of neck, arm, back, and leg pain, impacting millions of people each year. In my previous blogs, I reviewed the common symptoms of disc herniation and how...

By: Dr. Ahmad Elakil Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago – If you consult a professional for any of the symptoms mentioned in our last blog, a doctor is likely to suspect a case of disc herniation. However, a detailed neurological exam is required to...

By: Dr. Ahmad Elakil Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago – Disc herniation, also known as a slipped or ruptured disc, is one of the most common causes of back, neck, and leg pain. But did you know that this is a serious injury that can compromise mobility,...

By Chrystin Schultz Physical Therapist Assistant Insight Comprehensive Therapy Growing up, it seemed like every person over the age of 65 owned a heating pad. Every reclining chair had a heating pad plastered to the back of it – and they all looked like they could...

By: Dr. Ahmad Elakil When there is a possibility that you may have a brain tumor, our multi-disciplinary team of specialists at Insight will work closely with you to assess symptoms, develop an accurate diagnosis, and design a treatment plan to meet your needs. As we...

By: Dr. Ahmad Elakil The brain is a critical part of the human body, controlling everything from how we think and move to our touch, vision, and breathing. It can be thought of as the body’s computer system, managing a vast range of functions essential to life that we...