Because there are trackers on the spinal column that match CT scans taken of the spine, Moss sees exactly what is beneath the skin, even if the patient moves slightly during surgery.

A new spinal column procedure is promising rapid results with less hospital time. KING OF PRUSSIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- At any given time, about one in four Americans is dealing with low back pain.

There's a lot riding on your spinal column. It's your body's main structural support. ... You might need imaging tests, like X-rays, an MRI, or a CT scan. But they're not always useful, ...

Learn more from WebMD about the causes, treatment, and prevention of low back strain, which is caused by tiny tears in the muscles and ligaments that support the spinal cord.