Back pain isn’t always chronic. Sometimes it’s only a temporary twinge, a dull ache, or discomfort resulting from movements that can easily be modified or avoided. However, sometimes the pain may be more intense and resemble a burning sensation, which […]
The 33 bones that make up the human spine are a complex mix of nerves, soft tissues, and joints. When working in perfect harmony, all of these components result in effortless movement throughout the day as you sit, stand, bend, […]
If you’re like most of the population, you’ve likely had back pain at one time or another. While it may be a distraction, back pain is usually a temporary inconvenience. When your pain isn’t responding well to home remedies like […]
Due to its location, the tailbone (coccyx) can be a source of pain that usually becomes more noticeable when sitting or making movements that place pressure on the very bottom of your spine near the buttocks. Tailbone pain (coccydynia) is […]
Chronic back pain can impact every aspect of your life. You may reach a point where you start skipping certain activities likely to trigger more discomfort, which could mean increased isolation and loneliness. If you’re facing similar experiences, there are […]
More than half of all adults in the United States will experience back pain at one time or another. Oftentimes it’s nothing more than a temporary inconvenience, while other times the only way to find relief for the pain is […]
Noticeable stiffness in back muscles often comes from added tension within the muscles and soft tissues that support your spine. The resulting stiffness can occur anywhere within the back. However, it occurs most often in the lower back since there’s […]
As the longest single nerve in the body, the sciatic nerve is a common source of radiating nerve pain. The true source of sciatica is often a herniated or slipped disc or conditions such as spinal stenosis and degenerative disc […]
Cramps, pimples, and mood changes aren’t the only effects menstruation can have a woman’s body. A sudden increase in back pain caused by hormone changes during this time can make it difficult to focus on life’s other priorities. Fortunately, there […]