The 7 bones of the cervical spine (neck) and the muscles that support it can be a source of discomfort that’s temporary and mild or persistent and severe. Most people actually experience the former rather than the latter. Even so, […]
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a professional athlete, you’re likely to have a natural desire to get back in the game after a back injury. Actually achieving this goal will depend on your unique circumstances. However, there are some […]
Approved for use in the United States by the FDA in 2004, lumbar artificial disc replacement involves the replacement of a damaged disc in the lower back area with one made of a combination of metal and plastic. Usually requiring […]
Affecting more than 75 million Americans at any given time, chronic pain can have a noticeable impact on mood the longer it stays around. Though initial treatment efforts like pain medications and physical therapy can be beneficial, new research suggests […]
Sometimes the movements the spine must endure while you are at work can place extra stress on bones, joints, and muscles. If your occupation happens to involve lifts, pins, and other physically demanding and choreographed moves, there’s always the potential […]
Considered rare, tailbone pain (coccydynia) is often relegated to the lower back, hips, and buttocks. Caused by added pressure on the bottom of the spine, coccydynia usually becomes worse when sitting due to the location of the tailbone. Treatment typically […]
Cradling the spine on each side, facet joints allow the backbone to move. If these joints are affected by the swelling of nearby muscles, tendons, and ligaments, they can become a source of pain associated with movement. For times when […]
Back pain can be tricky because it doesn’t always respond well to basic remedies like rest and the application of heat or ice. Before getting into a discussion with your doctor about having spinal surgery, Los Angeles physicians suggest exploring […]
Even when an operation is described as “minimally invasive,” it’s still surgery and will require some time for healing. Recovery is often facilitated by some type of physical therapy because muscles need to be strengthened. By realizing what’s involved with […]