Participating in high school sports is a great way for teens to get plenty of exercise to keep their muscles, bones, and joints healthy. But all this movement also places added stress on a spine that’s still in the process […]
It’s not all that uncommon to have lower back pain (LBP). In fact, it’s the leading reason for work-related disability. But not all back pain is created equal. Some lower (lumbar) back pain literally becomes more of a pain when […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with a “pinched” nerve, it means something is irritating a nerve—usually one somewhere in the neck or back area. In some cases, the source of compression or irritation is a herniated, bulging, or slipped disc. At […]
Approximately 15 percent of the 100 million or so Americans who experience chronic pain have neck-related discomfort. Even if your neck pain isn’t chronic, you may find it difficult to get a good night’s sleep if you have occasional neck-related […]
If you have back or neck pain, one of the simplest and most budget-friendly ways to ease your discomfort is with ice and heat. You can even create a homemade ice pack or moist heat pack that can be conveniently […]
Back muscle spasms can range from nothing more than a minor annoyance to a major painful distraction that limits movement. The most effective way to reduce the risk of being sidelined by muscle spasms in the back is to develop […]
Having your legs feel like they’re giving out immediately grabs your attention. Fortunately, it’s rarely due to anything requiring urgent medical care, and often it’s a treatable issue related to muscles or nerves. Let’s take a closer look at some […]
Many people use the term “back pain” to refer to any type of spine-related ache or pain. However, the intensity and nature of the discomfort can vary greatly from one person to another. The potential sources of back pain can […]
An unsupportive mattress, awkward sleeping positions, and lingering inflammation around spinal joints, bones, or discs are just some of the possible reasons you may wake up with back pain. But did you know teeth grinding (bruxism) may also be a […]