Referring to the wear and tear on spinal discs that often occurs with age, degenerative disc disease progresses over time. More of a set of symptoms than an actual “disease,” DDD is a condition that can affect one person entirely […]
Walking is the first type of “exercise” you’re likely to perform after spinal fusion surgery, which is typically a requirement for any patient before leaving the hospital. When it comes to post-surgery exercise, however, determining how to proceed depends on […]
After deciding that spine surgery is the best option to improve your quality of life, schedule a separate pre-surgery appointment to ask questions. During the initial discussion about surgery, it’s easy to become overwhelmed or distracted, so taking time to […]
For patients with spinal stenosis, osteoarthritis of the spine, and degenerative disc disease not responding well to conservative treatments, a lumbar foraminotomy may be recommended. The purpose of the procedure is to increase space around the openings between vertebrae and […]
Epidural steroid injections have been a viable treatment for patients with back pain since the 1950s. A recent study suggests that such injections may also be an effective way to reduce medical costs for some patients with lower back pain […]
If you’ve ever experienced increased discomfort on hot and humid days, you have no doubt that summer heat exacerbates back pain. In fact, there has long been a perceived association with weather and various aches and pains that may be […]
Snail venom is being hailed as the most promising painkiller since morphine. For people with chronic back pain, it also presents another option to manage pain not responding well to other treatments and restore quality of life. Available in pill […]
Swimming is a great way to stay cool and relax during the warm, sunny days of summer. In general, swimming is a low-impact aerobic activity that can be good for your back, according to Beverly Hills spine surgery specialists. As […]
Whether Earth’s abundance of water or the assortment of plants that produce countless remedies with therapeutic benefits, there are many healing wonders that Mother Nature provides. Earth Day serves as an excellent reminder that there are many healthy spices available […]