Of the hundred or so types of arthritis, spinal arthritis is one of the most impactful ones since it can affect how the backbone and its supporting parts work. Also called osteoarthritis (OA), spinal arthritis affects the small joints of […]
A network of nerves in the neck form important connections between the brain and the muscles that support the cervical spine. Inflammation, poor circulation, and other issues that affect these nerves have the potential to contribute to pain. When you […]
Chiropractic care has come a long way since its creator Daniel Palmer gave the first adjustment to a partially deaf janitor in 1895. Today, chiropractors are well-respected doctors who perform more than just adjustments of the spine. After you have […]
Aerobic exercises increase the body’s need for oxygen when performing certain movements. It may seem illogical to do anything movement-based if you have back pain. However, the right aerobic exercises may strengthen muscles that support the spine enough to ease […]
Most people reach peak bone mass by the time they’re in their late twenties or early thirties. Beyond this point, bone loss progressively occurs. It can become an issue if the loss of bone tissue is accelerated by osteoporosis, a […]
Hormones produced during pregnancy loosen ligaments around the lower spine to prepare for childbirth. However, relaxed ligaments that also support the spine may contribute to back pain, as can pregnancy-related weight gain and changes in posture. It may be comforting […]
Made up of collagen and elastic fibers, the arachnoid is a membrane that protects spinal cord nerves. When this membrane becomes inflamed, it’s known as arachnoiditis, an often-painful condition typically characterized by burning and stinging sensations. Some patients also experience […]
Screws, plates, and rods are among the common types of hardware patients may have inserted with various spine procedures, usually ones involving some type of fusion. While spine hardware is designed to be durable, there are times when the various […]
Back pain is unique because two people can have the same physical source of discomfort, such as a herniated disc, and still report very different symptoms. Part of the reason for this variance is the way the brain interprets pain. […]