The idea that the power of touch has the ability to heal dates back to ancient China and Egypt. Hindus refer to using touch for therapeutic purposes as Ayurveda, considered one of the world’s oldest forms of holistic medicine. Even […]
Going through physical therapy (PT) after spine surgery or as part of an attempt to manage chronic pain is fairly common and often helpful for patients. Recent research suggests exploring PT options earlier may be even more beneficial, especially for […]
Lower back pain is the leading cause of work-related disability, not to mention one of the most common reasons people see a doctor. However, upper back pain linked to inflamed tissues, herniated cervical discs, strained muscles, or a fractured vertebra […]
Back pain is something most of the population will experience at one time or another. Most of the time, a little rest or taking a break from certain activities is all that’s necessary to resolve the issue. Other times, a […]
If you have back pain that comes on suddenly now and then, you’ve probably used some variation of the expression “knots in your back” to describe this type of discomfort, but what does it mean to have a “knot” in […]
Referring to pain traveling along the body’s single longest nerve, sciatica is often caused by either a herniated disc in the lower back or age-related spine changes. The resulting discomfort can range from a mild and occasional inconvenience to a […]
Back pain can quickly become front and center in your life if you’ve suddenly twisted, strained, irritated, or overstressed something. If this discomfort has you visiting your doctor or a Beverly Hills spine surgeon, you’re not alone. Back issues rank […]
Back pain is unique because two people can have the same physical source of discomfort, such as a herniated disc, and still report very different symptoms. Part of the reason for this variance is the way the brain interprets pain. […]
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 […]