Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that typically develops during the growth period occurring just prior to puberty. While the condition can develop later in life due to injury or a related spinal irregularity, it’s more common in […]
Roses and chocolates are nice and sweet. However, these traditional Valentine’s Day gifts won’t do much to help someone with persistent or recurring back pain. If you have someone special in your life who is living with distracting spine-related discomfort […]
Referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is an important nutrient. Technically a prohormone, vitamin D contributes to bone health and supports a healthy immune and nervous system. A new study suggests vitamin D may also play a role […]
Most women don’t realize there may be a connection between certain types of fashion and back health. However, some of the fashion choices you make on a regular basis could be contributing to spine-related aches and pains. As you plan […]
One of your first attempts at relieving back pain may involve over-the-counter or prescription pain and anti-inflammatory medications. Pharmaceutical remedies are often recommended since they can be effective for many people living with back pain. However, if you prefer to […]
If you’re like most people, you’re conditioned to sleeping on a nice, comfortable mattress. While there’s nothing wrong with having something supportive to rest on after a long day, your mattress could be causing back pain. Sleeping on the floor […]
Even the happiest of married couples sometimes have points of disagreement or contention that result in stressful situations, which is perfectly normal and even healthy sometimes. However, when marital difficulties become more frequent occurrences, the lingering effects may extend beyond […]
Fluid-filled sacs known as cysts can appear almost anywhere on or within the body. Some cysts go unnoticed, while others produce symptoms such as persistent pain. When growths like this occur in the spine, they are known as synovial cysts. […]
Back pain affects anywhere from 80 to 90 percent of the population at one time or another, so odds are good you have friends or family members with some degree of back pain. When it’s time to buy a gift […]