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 […]
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a very common ailment that most people experience as part of the normal aging process. Many individuals have no symptoms as their discs gradually wear down, while others experience pain when the structures in their […]
Men and women over 50 are most likely to be affected by spinal stenosis, although narrowing of the spine can also be caused by birth defects or injury to the spine. Most people with spinal stenosis will never need surgery […]
Living with chronic pain is a harsh reality for many individuals and its effects often disrupt many areas of their lives. Countless work hours are lost due to uncontrolled pain each year, and the cost for treating the condition is […]
Back pain, especially lower back pain, is a common experience shared by most people. When any type of back discomfort suddenly appears you want relief ASAP, especially for pain that radiates to other parts of the body like your thighs, […]
Many people who are suffering with back pain that continues to remain uncontrolled after trying conservative treatments may undergo a type of surgery that’s designed to relieve pressure in the spinal column. Two commonly performed procedures that are closely related […]
The way you walk may do a number on your back and neck over time. It’s the misalignment of your spine as you walk and move that can cause pain to radiate to nearby joints, muscles, and tendons. Misdirected pressure […]