Located along each level of the rear side of the spine, facet joints are small structures that support and stabilize the backbone and keep it flexible. As is the case with other parts of the spine, facet joints can be […]
When fusion surgery is performed in the lower back area, it’s typically because of issues with a spinal disc—usually one affected by age-related wear or some other type of damage. As the name suggests, fusion surgery involves “fusing,” or joining, […]
Most people don’t associate knee pain with sciatica. But if common sources of knee-related pain are eliminated, something going on in the lower back area may be affecting the knee. One possibility is irritation of the sciatic nerve, which originates […]
Even if it wasn’t a great source of discomfort when it first developed, scoliosis can still cause painful flare-ups later in life. One way to keep discomfort related to an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine in check is with […]
Running from the lower back on down, the sciatic nerve is the longest single nerve in the human body. If it becomes compressed or irritated, the resulting discomfort, referred to as sciatica, can affect the lower back and nearby extremities. […]
Posture is one of those things that bring to mind visions of being told to “sit up straight” as a child. But the type of posture that’s good for your spine involves retaining your spine’s natural curvature and alignment as […]
Not actually a “disease” in the true sense of the word, degenerative disc disease (DDD) is the term used to describe spinal disc pain associated with age-related wear or accelerated wear and tear. It can become a problem that affects […]
The human spine isn’t perfectly straight, but it’s designed that way to provide optimal support for daily movements. Yet when your backbone and its supporting parts are properly aligned, it should appear as if there’s a straight line going from […]
While we’re all trying to find some semblance of normality after several months of dealing with the global pandemic, it’s still important to be mindful of social distancing and other COVID-19-related guidelines. These restrictions may make it difficult to strengthen […]