Whether it’s while you’re busy with daily work tasks or hurriedly trying to get your kids ready for their school day, a neck spasm often occurs when it’s least expected. In fact, all it takes is one awkward movement for […]
If you frequently experience back pain, you probably have a favorite over-the-counter remedy. One of the most popular remedies is called Icy Hot, which is available in various forms, such as creams, sprays, gels, sleeves, and patches. Basically, Icy Hot […]
Spine-related problems have existed since the beginning of civilization. The earliest reference to attempts at fixing spine issues dates back to the days of ancient Egypt. Over the years, prominent figures such as John F. Kennedy, George W. Bush, and […]
Your body has a sort of biological clock that controls internal processes such as sleep, and this mechanism is referred to as circadian rhythm (CR). It’s no secret that your natural sleep patterns can be affected by things such as […]
It’s understandable for people with back pain to take offense if they’re essentially told their discomfort is “in their head,” which is what some assume is being said to them if they’re told their discomfort may be psychosomatic to some […]
Many people in the United States live with chronic back or neck pain. Those in Southern California can benefit greatly from seeing a trusted Los Angeles spine surgeon. At The Spine Institute, we believe it’s important for our patients to […]
Around 20 million Americans have chronic pain that’s so severe it often limits personal or work activities. Even if your back pain isn’t this bad, having recurring spine-related aches and pains could impact your cardiovascular health. In fact, there’s research […]
For most people, the first attempt at treating a back injury instinctively involves getting some rest or taking over-the-counter medications. These are referred to as “passive” treatments or actions because you’re simply treating your symptoms. However, a fairly serious back […]
When back pain is limited to one location, such as the lower spine, pinpointing the source of symptoms and putting together an effective treatment plan can still be a challenging process, mainly because of the many issues that can affect […]