As one of the most-performed surgeries in the U.S., fusion spine surgery is statistically reliable. Since it’s a two-part operation involving installation of hardware to stabilize the spine and the application of bone graft material, fusion surgery is also highly […]
Whether you’re cleaning house or in the middle of an ongoing text-a-thon, there are plenty of times when your spine is likely to be in an unsupported forward bend. This is one of many positions that can throw off alignment, […]
If you’re among the 13 million or so Americans who go to the doctor each year for chronic low back pain, medication is likely to be among the initial treatment recommendations. Opiate drugs, while powerful, can be effective for short-term […]
The concept of an adjustable bed may seem like an ideal way to instantly boost your comfort and increase your odds of enjoying a good night’s sleep. While this may be true for many people, an adjustable bed, even one […]
Out of nearly 500,000 spinal fusion surgeries performed each year in the United States, very few result in serious or life-changing complications. A new study suggests one of those potentially serious complications associated with fusion surgery, the risk of blindness, […]
A clicking or cracking sound heard when tilting or turning your neck is often nothing more than muscle tension that will go away after a good stretch. Neck cracking, called “cavitation” by chiropractors, may reach a point where it’s more […]
Take comfort in knowing you’re not alone if you’re living with back problems. Experienced by anywhere from 30 to 50 million Americans at any given time, back pain can be more than just a minor annoyance. Even after you’ve been […]
You’ve properly heard the term “minimally invasive” in relation to spine surgery at some point. Yes, it can be a good thing for many patients with persistent back pain not responding to other treatments. However, it’s just as important to […]
Add an increased risk of experiencing back pain to the growing list of health-related issues associated with excess weight. Defined by the National Institutes of Health as having a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or above, obesity often results […]