If you’re currently living with some degree of back pain, the foods you eat on a regular basis can play an important role in managing your discomfort and keeping your spine healthy. If you’re not currently among the 30 million […]
It’s not unusual to become stressed or increasingly anxious if you’re experiencing back pain that impacts your personal and professional life. However, you may not be aware that anxiety could be the reason you are experiencing back pain in the […]
The spine is naturally curved to support body weight more efficiently. However, an excessive inward curvature of the lower spine called hyperlordosis can limit movement or contribute to back pain and stiffness. Also referred to as swayback or saddleback, hyperlordosis […]
The human spine is designed to be flexible, but not excessively soft. When the backbone softens to the point where blood supply is affected, it’s a condition known as cervical myelomalacia. Specifically, this type of spinal softening affects the upper […]
Cartilage is a firm, flexible connective tissue found in many areas of the body, primarily around bones and joints. In the spine, it helps joints and discs move without friction. Over time, cartilage can wear down, a process that’s sometimes […]
Herniated or slipped discs, bone spurs, and spinal fractures are among the possible reasons nerve roots may be irritated or compressed. Some patients experience nerve compression from parts of the spinal canal that are narrower than normal (spinal stenosis) or […]
Whether you’re having fusion surgery to stabilize your spine or a microdiscectomy to ease nerve pressure, there are many procedures that can provide much-appreciated relief from back, neck, or radiating nerve pain. However, the average cost of spine surgery can […]
A century-old Japanese woman is the oldest person in history to have competed in a 1500m freestyle swim. This is just one example of how age doesn’t have to be a deterrent to staying active. Even if your personal goals […]
If there’s one resolution you should make going into the new year, it’s to keep your spine as healthy as possible. After all, your backbone is responsible for most of your daily movements, although it’s easy to forget about all […]