Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is the general term for the type of age-related disc wear that can contribute to back pain and related symptoms. The resulting discomfort can also involve numbness, pain that radiates to the legs, and other nerve-based […]
Muscle spasms are a common source of spine-related pain. If you’re experiencing jarring involuntary muscle contractions or general soreness from overstretched or irritated spine-supporting muscles, your doctor may prescribe muscle relaxants. While these drugs can provide welcome relief, there are […]
The discomfort commonly associated with sciatica usually extends from the lower back to the lower extremities. This is referred to as lumbar radiculopathy. One of the more common sources of numbness, tingling, leg pain, muscle weakness, and other common nerve-based […]
Sciatica is caused by some type of pressure placed on the sciatic nerve, which originates in the lower back and moves downward. This pressure can come from sources that might include a herniated disc, inflamed muscles, or issues with a […]
The first medical professional you’ll likely see when you have back pain is your own primary care physician. Your primary care physician will typically evaluate your symptoms and perform routine examinations to get a better idea of what may be […]
Back pain is something nearly everyone will experience at one time or another. Even though back pain is common, it’s not always easy to accurately pinpoint the true source of spine-related symptoms. Why can it be so difficult to accurately […]
Extending from the base of your skull to just above your hips, the spine takes up a lot of space in your body, and it can have an impact on many different structures, including your lungs. This is why back […]
Basketball can be an effective and fun way to get regular exercise, which is generally a good thing. At the same time, it’s also a sport that puts a lot of extra stress on certain parts of the spine because […]
The human spine is naturally curved. However, when that curve is excessive in the lower back just above the buttocks, it’s a condition called hyperlordosis. While rarely seen in children, this abnormality can affect people in all age groups. Characterized […]