Anyone living with chronic back pain can benefit from a helping hand or words of encouragement now and then. However, it can sometimes be difficult for people with lingering back pain to get the support they need if well-meaning loved […]
There’s no denying the importance of getting about 7-8 hours of high-quality sleep each night, and this is especially true if you have back pain from an existing condition since it’s during this time when the body’s natural healing processes […]
From increasing socialization skills to being a regular source of exercise and stress relief, there are many benefits associated with the sports teens and young adults often play. However, any activities that involve spinal movements can be a potential source […]
The wide range of symptoms that may be related to a pinched nerve aren’t always predictable. Some patients may experience dull aches, numbness, and tingling sensations, while others might report sharp, debilitating pain that gets worse with certain movements and […]
Many airlines have high uncomfortable seat ratings based on passenger assessments, so it shouldn’t come as any surprise that flying can contribute to spine pain. Sitting in uncomfortable seats, managing the stress of traveling, sitting or standing too long, and […]
It might seem odd to consider breathing as a possible cause of back pain. However, the way you breathe may be a contributing factor to your spine-related discomfort. Specifically, not using your diaphragm as you inhale and exhale could be […]
Some people use the term “bulging disc” to refer to any type of disc-related discomfort. However, this term refers to inner material pushing through the outer layer of a disc. Approximately 90 percent of bulging discs are likely to occur […]
Theme parks first attracted the attention of thrill-seekers back in the 1800s. Today, there’s still something special about visiting any of the 400-plus amusement parks and attractions in the United States. However, if you happen to be among the 30 […]
Twenty of the spine’s 31 pairs of nerves are in the mid-back and neck region. Ten pairs are within the lower back area and the very end of the spine (sacrum), and the last set of nerves is in the […]