Allergies, one of the leading causes of chronic illness in the United States, affect approximately 50 million Americans. Hay fever (allergic rhinitis), the most common type of seasonal allergy, affects about 20 million adults and 6 million children in the […]
The average American spends about five hours a day watching television. An American Time Use Survey summary further breaks these stats down, with some surprising results. It turns out that people in the 15–44 age group watch less TV than […]
The natural aging process is responsible for many changes in the body, including ones involving the spongy discs that cushion vertebrae in the spine. The resulting degeneration causes the discs of the spine to gradually become thinner, which means less […]
Even with advances in technology and the increased use of minimally invasive techniques, spinal surgery still isn’t something you recover from the moment your operation is over. While the exact extent of your recovery will vary based on the type […]
You may not be thrilled about the idea of participating in regular physical therapy (PT) sessions. Even so, PT is a critical step in the recovery and rehab process following most types of spine surgery, even minimally invasive procedures. Still, […]
If you’re like most people, it’s safe to assume you want to enjoy the many benefits associated with having a healthy spine that’s able to handle your daily movements with little or no significant discomfort. To achieve this goal, it […]
Even among people who aren’t mothers, it’s widely known that carrying around a baby for nine months often results in some spine-related aches and pains. If you happen to be expecting a little bundle of joy, the good news is […]
One thing that has remained the same for generations of schoolchildren from kindergarten through college is the regular use of backpacks. Backpack use can be a source of spine-related pain, as evidenced by results from a 2016 Italian study. Sixty […]
It’s common to associate spinal cord injuries with a loss of sensation below the affected area, yet some of the nearly 18,000 people who experience spinal cord injuries (SCIs) each year in the United States also have issues with bladder […]