Getting back to an active lifestyle after spinal fusion surgery is likely to present some challenges. While you don’t want to do anything to risk re-injury, you also don’t want to give up a healthy habit you enjoy doing. Whether […]
The virtues of fish oil have been well documented. Claims fish oil can naturally ease inflammation have attracted the attention of people living with persistent discomfort. For back pain sufferers, omega-3 essential fatty oils naturally found in fish like salmon, […]
From discussing daily symptoms with your spine specialist to seeking support from friends and family members, communication is an essential part of effective chronic pain management. While verbalizing your feelings about your chronic pain can be helpful, expressing yourself with […]
Defined as pain lasting beyond six months, chronic pain can have a major impact on quality of life. Anywhere from 50 to 100 million Americans live with some degree of ongoing pain, with lower back pain considered the most common […]
Neck pain is a fairly common, and often temporary, complaint. There’s no denying it can be a distraction though, especially when you’re trying to focus on other tasks. Fortunately, there are plenty of at-home remedies that may ease your neck […]
There’s nothing that can be done to stop the age-related wear and tear affecting the discs cushioning your spine. However, according to Beverly Hills spine surgeons there are positive lifestyle adjustments you can make to reduce or slow the age-related […]
The expectation for most patients choosing to go ahead with spine surgery in Los Angeles is that quality of life will be improved after the procedure. While many surgeries to correct problems with certain structures along the spine or with […]
The terms “back strain” and “back sprain” are often used interchangeably. While the resulting pain is very similar, there is a slight difference in the type of injury involved with each one. Understanding what each type of back issue involves […]
Anything that can ease chronic back pain without making it worse is a welcome relief if you’re among the 30 million or so Americans living with persistent lower back pain. Water-based therapies, in particular, allow patients to perform certain movements […]