It’s no secret maintaining a balanced diet can have a positive impact on your overall wellness, and such benefits extend to the bones, muscles, discs, and joints that support your spine. If you’re living with any degree of back pain, […]
It’s not unusual to consider seeing a chiropractor before considering fusion surgery in attempt to find relief. However, after you’ve determined spinal fusion surgery is your best option for alleviating back pain that is not responding to other non-surgical spine […]
Spinal injuries affect nearly 8,000 new people each year in the United States. Though the average age for spinal cord injuries (SCIs) is 42, they can affect anyone and have a dramatic impact on quality of life. According to the […]
Though regular physical activity is generally good for your back, there are times when specific movements can contribute to muscle strain and even back pain. Dancing can be especially tough on your spine and its supporting structures due to the […]
If you’ve had surgery to correct back pain due to a herniated disc, you’re likely wondering how long it will be before you can safely return to work. The growing trend toward minimally invasive surgeries and techniques means you likely […]
Some instances of neck pain, especially discomfort resulting from an injury, are treated by temporarily wearing a neck brace or collar, which may also be worn to minimize pain from structural issues with bones or joints. As with any immobility […]
A common source of back pain, a herniated disc often responds well to conservative treatments like physical therapy and mortification of activities or movements. When such remedies fail to provide relief for 6 months or longer, surgery often becomes an […]
Despite a natural inclination to be fairly resistant to chronic aches and pains, adolescents and teens are frequently reporting some degree of lingering back pain. Part of the reason for this trend may be due to the increasingly sedentary lifestyle […]
Approximately 2 to 3 million sports-related concussions occur annually in the United States, often affecting teens and young adults. Though a concussion affects the brain, the spine is also impacted. A Canadian study suggests individuals recovering from a concussion may […]