More than half of the estimated $60 billion lost annually from reduced productivity comes from some type of back pain. Some of these instances of back pain result from ignoring job-related risks. While all work-related back injuries can’t be prevented, […]
Most instances of back pain are related to muscles that have been overused to some degree. Discomfort of this nature may respond well to active release techniques, a form of direct stimulation often compared to massage therapy. It’s a soft […]
The Spine Institute Center for Spinal Restoration in Los Angeles, CA, is proud to announce that Dr. Hyun Bae, Medical Director at the center, is a recipient of the 2016 Spine Surgeon Leadership Award. Becker’s Healthcare, a leading provider of […]
Spinal tumors can result in damage to the spine and adjacent structures to the point where fractures or cracks develop, especially when such growths need to be removed. Scientists are experimenting with a new technique that could reduce the risks […]
The different types of back pain you may experience at any given time can be fairly diverse when it comes to symptoms and available treatments. Understanding how back pain is typically defined and characterized can make it easier to communicate […]
Posture is an often-overlooked cause of back pain that’s reversible if you make an effort to literally straighten up. If you don’t want to practice balancing a book on your head, spine surgeons in Los Angeles recommend a few easier […]
Recovery from back surgery can take anywhere from a few months to six months or more, depending on the procedure you had performed. Taking steps to be prepared for this period during which certain movements will need to be avoided […]
Contact sports and similar activities that place regular stress on parts of the spine may result in some type of wear and tear over time. Compared to high-impact sports such as football and soccer, baseball is relatively safe; although the […]
Referring to techniques used to control the body’s involuntary functions and responses to pain, biofeedback is different from other conservative methods like meditation and yoga because it’s physiological in nature.When used to relieve back pain, biofeedback can ease muscle tension […]