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About Laser Spine Institute:  Laser Spine Institute, the leaders in minimally invasive spine surgery, offers a successful alternative to traditional open back and neck surgeries. The orthopedic surgeons at LSI can treat painful ailments with endoscopic, outpatient procedures. Chronic pain that stems from pinched nerves, herniated discs, bulging discs, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, foraminal stenosis, spinal arthritis, bone spurs, and failed open back or neck surgery can be alleviated with Laser Spine Institute’s minimally invasive approach.

At LSI, gridiron greats and other back and neck pain sufferers will receive all of their spinal health care needs in one location. From pre-operative imaging and diagnostic testing, to endoscopic laser surgery and post-operative physical therapy, patients receive the highest quality care combined with the most advanced treatments.

To learn more about LSI, visit www.laserspineinstitute.com or call toll free 1-866-853-6191 for more information on outpatient, minimally invasive spine surgery and upcoming educational seminars in cities across the United States and Canada.

Laser Spine Institute Makes Largest Ever Medical Donation to Gridiron Greats

More than $1 Million donation will help NFL legends alleviate chronic spinal pain through minimally-invasive spine surgery

LSI is proud to announce a $1 million gift has been given to the medical program of the Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund. Gridiron Greats is a charitable organization which provides financial aid, social and medical services to former NFL players in crisis. LSI’s donation will benefit retired players suffering from chronic back and neck pain.

Chief spine surgeon Dr. James St. Louis explains, "We are thrilled and excited to offer much-needed surgeries to some of the NFL's greatest players. While they may not be actively playing anymore, we feel it is still vitally important for these players to be able to live out their retirement without suffering from chronic pain."

Gridiron Greats Board Member and legendary coach Mike Ditka agrees, "These players gave the best years of their lives to the game, and deserve the highest level of continuing medical care and assistance that we can provide them with. Thanks to the generosity and expertise of LSI, the Gridiron Greats will now be able to help many former players who are in desperate need of medical care. We want to extend a huge thank you to LSI for donating such important services to the Gridiron Greats medical program."

Spine-related pain is one of the leading medical issues for NFL players, yet no post-career care for neck or back pain has been offered. LSI is offering retired NFL players in need of surgery an opportunity for a minimally invasive procedure.

Former patient and CEO of LSI Bill Horne says, "As someone who sustained an injury after playing one year of college football which has caused a lifetime of pain, I can only imagine what these retired NFL players are experiencing after decades playing the sport. This cause is close to our hearts, and we are genuinely thrilled about the opportunity to bring relief to these former players."