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Schedule Your Consultation for the New year
As we embark on a new year, consider this: your brain and spine are the engines of your life. When they're not functioning optimally, even everyday tasks can feel insurmountable. Don't let chronic pain, debilitating nerve disorders, or persistent neurological struggles hold you back from experiencing life to the fullest. [...]
Causes of Morning Neck Pain
Waking up to a stiff neck? Morning neck pain is a common complaint, plaguing millions of people each year. Symptoms can include difficulty turning your head or feeling like your neck is frozen in place, a dull ache, a sharp pang, or anything in between, tension or migraine-like headaches and [...]
Relaxation Techniques To Manage Stress During The Holidays
Looking for ways to manage stress this holiday season? Here are some quick and easy relaxation techniques! Close your eyes, inhale slowly through your nose, and exhale completely through your mouth. Repeat for 5-10 minutes. Light a lavender or chamomile candle to diffuse calming scents while you relax. Or, [...]
Back Pain: Unveiling The Myths And Misconceptions
Back pain, a common ailment affecting millions worldwide, often shrouds in myths and misconceptions. As a neurosurgeon and spine specialist, I'm here to shed light on some intriguing truths about this prevalent condition. Myth 1: Bed Rest is the Best Remedy Contrary to popular belief, prolonged bed rest can [...]
Beyond Back Pain: How A Herniated Disk Can Affect Your Body
A herniated disc, often associated with back pain, can have far-reaching effects beyond your spine. When the gel-like center of a spinal disc bulges or ruptures, it can compress nearby nerves, leading to a cascade of symptoms throughout the body. Radiating Pain: A Common Symptom Radiating pain, often described [...]
Early Signs Of Neurological Disorders
As a neurosurgeon, I've seen firsthand how devastating neurological disorders can be. They can affect a person's ability to move, speak, think, and feel. That's why it's so important to be aware of the early signs and symptoms of these disorders so that we can catch them early and [...]
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Dr. Darakchiev is a board-certified neurosurgeon in Long Island, NY, with an established, highly regarded practice, for over 20 years.
WEST ISLIP OFFICE
380 Montauk Highway
West Islip, NY 11795
Phone: 631-690-9080
Fax: 631-893-8012
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St. Catherine of Siena Medical Office Building,
Suite 302 48 Route 25A
Smithtown, NY 11787
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