Most people sleep for six hours or less each night, according to a survey of 1,600 respondents. If you’re getting less than seven to nine hours of sleep, you’re probably not getting enough rest to manage your chronic back pain. […]
Back pain is one of the most common ailments experienced in our culture. People living with back pain often go to great lengths in search of relief, from trying herbal remedies to taking scores of over-the-counter medications. However, some individuals have […]
Spinal News, the international news outlet for spine physicians, recently caught up with Dr. Bae to discuss the high points of his career and find out what he thinks the future holds for spinal medicine.Spinal News, the international news outlet […]
Sciatica is a condition that can result in persistent or recurring pain, numbness, and tingling sensations extending from the lower back area and radiating to the buttocks, thighs, and legs. It’s a condition that stems from the irritation of the […]
It’s not unusual for a primary care physician (PCP) to refer a patient to a specialist if the patient has a serious back injury or chronic spine-related pain that’s not responding well to initial treatment efforts. If surgery becomes a […]
Simply having back pain doesn’t necessarily mean surgery is your only option. However, if you’ve been relying mostly on medication to get through your daily routine without distracting pain, you’re not doing yourself any favors either. Meds only mask symptoms. […]
There’s one thing most of us do daily in one form or another that can promote spine health—the simple act of walking. In fact, a new study suggests the act of putting one foot in front of the other on […]
Whether you’re picking up your children or picking up after them, there are many routine parenting duties that can stress various parts of your backbone. This repeated stress can affect spine-supporting muscles, discs, joints, and nerves and contribute to chronic […]
Roughly 35 million Americans provide some type of unpaid care to adults 50 or older. Whether you care for an older family member or are a paid healthcare professional, it’s safe to assume you’ve likely experienced spine-related aches and pains […]