Fever, chills, and vomiting are among the common symptoms most people associate with the various forms of influenza, a seasonal illness that affects anywhere from 5 to 20 percent of the population each year. One of the not-so-common symptoms associated […]
It’s understandable for people with back pain to take offense if they’re essentially told their discomfort is “in their head,” which is what some assume is being said to them if they’re told their discomfort may be psychosomatic to some […]
Around 20 million Americans have chronic pain that’s so severe it often limits personal or work activities. Even if your back pain isn’t this bad, having recurring spine-related aches and pains could impact your cardiovascular health. In fact, there’s research […]
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give your spine much thought as you plan your preferred activities or go about your daily routine. However, your back will definitely have your full attention if it’s causing enough pain to […]
Lower back pain (LBP) is one of the most common medical issues in the United States and the most often reported cause of disability worldwide. It’s easy to see why this is the case, since the lower spine and its […]
If you’re a woman who has gone through childbirth, you may be inclined to say there’s no other pain in the world that’s worse. However, if you’ve also experienced severe or chronic back pain, you could very well make a […]
Back pain is one of the most common issues among people living in the United States, and it can impact many aspects of an individual’s life, from work to healthcare. The infographic below details some of the key statistics related […]
If you’re among the millions of Americans with sciatica-related symptoms, take comfort in knowing there are many non-surgical ways to manage this type of discomfort, one of which is controlled exercise in the form of yoga. This centuries-old discipline can […]
Characterized by symptoms that might include dull pain, burning sensations, sharp, stabbing pain, and muscle stiffness or tension, back pain felt between the neck and lower ribcage (T1 to T12 vertebrae) is referred to as middle back pain. While a […]