Golf itself isn’t all that great for the back, especially if you have a swing that puts a lot of pressure on your spine or throws your posture out of whack. If one of your goals is to get back […]
People who are experiencing back pain that is not responding to conservative treatments such as medications and physical therapy may find relief from steroid preparations that are administered via injections. The procedure can be done in the doctor’s office, hospital, […]
Having some anxiety prior to spine surgery is perfectly normal. However, your nerves can be eased by taking time to ask your surgeon a few questions before your scheduled procedure. Since you’re likely to forget some initial questions when surgery […]
For patients looking to avoid surgery when their lumbar spinal stenosis (a gradual narrowing of the spinal canal) isn’t responding well to medications or physical therapy, the answer may be an epidural steroid injection. Recent research from Boston University School […]
Spinal osteoarthritis is a condition that often occurs as a normal part of the aging process and can result in pain and decreased mobility. As a person ages, the structures that make up the spinal column begin to deteriorate and […]
Muscles within your body work in pairs by extending and contracting. The immediate rest and immobility that’s often associated with a spine injury can weaken those once healthy muscles, possibly making the recovery process long and frustrating. After getting the […]
As trends in healthcare delivery change throughout the country, more outpatient procedures are being performed in free-standing ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). The benefits of having an operation away from the confines of a traditional hospital include generally lower costs for […]
Severe lower back pain often sends those who have it to bed or lays them up on the couch, but ultimately, exercise is one of the best remedies for relieving lumbar discomfort. Short rest periods, consisting of a day or […]
What Is Sciatica? The sciatic nerve originates between the fourth and fifth lumbar vertebrae at the lower portion of the spinal column. As it progresses down the spine, the nerve separates into two branches that travel through both sides of […]