Simply having a herniated disc doesn’t mean surgery is in your immediate future. In fact, the standard treatment when inner disc material presses outward and irritates nerves is a combination of medication and physical therapy. However, you may be wondering […]
Characterized by symptoms that might include dull pain, burning sensations, sharp, stabbing pain, and muscle stiffness or tension, back pain felt between the neck and lower ribcage (T1 to T12 vertebrae) is referred to as middle back pain. While a […]
Not all back pain is created equal. Some spinal aches and pains come on suddenly and go away fairly quickly, while other symptoms develop slowly and sometimes stick around long enough to seriously affect daily life. There are also instances […]
It’s often said you are what you eat. When it comes to your spine, these words ring even truer. In fact, making an effort to follow a well-balanced diet can be more impactful than you may realize, especially if you […]
Occasional or short-term discomfort in the neck area is usually linked to tense or irritated muscles, tendons, or ligaments. If you’re having persistent neck pain, it’s time to find out what’s really going on. Cervical bone spurs (osteophytes) are one […]
It’s no secret that physical activities often trigger spine-related pain, whether it’s from climbing up stairs, making certain motions while playing sports, lifting heavy items, or carrying out duties at work. However, there are times when seemingly unrelated actions such […]
When most people think of back pain, they tend to think of either older adults or individuals who work in jobs requiring heavy lifting or repetitive movements. However, teens are just as vulnerable to spine-related aches and pains under the […]
Fusion surgery is typically performed to limit movement in the affected area of the back or neck to eliminate or minimize pain or restore stability to the backbone after a damaged disc is removed. However, sometimes a fusion fails to […]
It’s fine to occasionally indulge in sweet foods or sugary snacks, especially when holidays or special occasions are involved. However, most people aren’t all that good at monitoring their sugar intake. For a 2,000-calorie diet, women should limit their daily […]