Decades of professional dancing took a toll on Jill Nicklaus’ body, leaving her in constant back pain and unable to “walk two steps without falling to the ground.” When traditional therapies didn’t work, she found hope with Dr. John Small, an expert spine surgeon at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.

When you look at any athletic endeavor, especially when you get into the professional level…the cumulative effect of a lot of the minor injuries is accelerated.

– Dr. Small

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August 17, 2023