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 […]
There was a time when concerned mothers warned their children not to sit too close to the TV for fear of what it would do to their eyes. However, vision isn’t the only thing excessive viewing of television or video […]
Often affecting working age adults between 35 and 45, lower back pain can sometimes make it difficult to perform a job. If you’ve been given the go-ahead to continue working, a decision based on how demanding your duties are, there […]
Anywhere from 50 to 70 percent of pregnant women experience some degree of back pain. Usually occurring during the later stages of pregnancy, persistent back pain can make it difficult to sleep and cause an assortment of other distracting aches […]
Whether you’re pounding out a rhythmic beat as a favorite pastime or it’s your calling in life, being a drummer can be physically demanding. The repetition and posture required for drumming can also be an unexpected source of back pain. […]
The chances of experiencing back pain gradually increase with each decade over the age of 50. Over time, vertebrae shrink and discs lose their sponginess, which means less cushioning with movement and increased susceptibility to developing related conditions that put […]
When your preferred activity happens to be mountain biking, you expect to have occasional aches and pains after cascading over hills and rough terrain. While you’re not going to avoid every possible movement that might leave you in discomfort, there […]
Persistent back pain can affect anybody regardless of whether or not they happen to be famous. When well-known celebrities are afflicted with common conditions, however, as was the case with Robin Williams and Muhammad Ali, awareness can be raised about […]
Any sustained period of activity can contribute to or aggravate a number of conditions, including arthritis and low back pain. There’s no denying a sedentary lifestyle isn’t beneficial for long-term health and wellness. New research provides an added incentive to […]