Spine-related procedures performed today are generally considered more reliable than even a decade or so ago. This is largely because of improvements in technology and patient care coupled with the widespread adoption of less invasive surgical techniques. While this is […]
Being involved with your recovery is just as important as preparing for spine surgery itself. Still, some people, intentionally or unintentionally, do things post-surgery that make recovery a longer and more frustrating process. If this happens, you may find yourself […]
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When the weather starts getting colder in the winter months, people with existing back pain may experience more discomfort than during the warmer times of the year. Luckily, there are a few ways to relieve back pain in winter, as […]
Strong enough to support your upper body weight, your sacroiliac (SI) joints are located where your lower back links to your pelvis. If inflammation occurs around these joints, you may notice localized pain and similar symptoms. Initially, treatment often involves […]
Six million car accidents occur every year in the United States alone. Because of its many discs, bones, joints, nerves, and supporting soft tissues, the spine can easily be affected by vehicle-related impacts, which is why it’s important to be […]
The spine is remarkably designed to handle a reasonable amount of stress throughout a person’s lifetime. While it normally does a pretty good job of achieving this goal—thanks to help from supporting soft tissues and other parts—age-related changes and added […]
Lower back pain is a common complaint, and it can put a serious cramp in your daily routine if it’s fairly consistent. One of the most effective ways to ease this type of discomfort is with exercise that’s not excessively […]
It’s not pleasant to start your day with upper back pain that extends to your arms or includes numbness and similar symptoms. But this is what you may experience if there’s something going on within your upper back area that […]
Many people experience neck pain combined with feelings of lightheadedness or dizziness. Related symptoms may include an unsteady feeling, blurry vision, headaches, nausea, and/or ringing in the ears (tinnitus). The combination of neck pain and dizziness is known as cervical […]