Spine pain is a fairly common experience among the general population, and it’s even more prevalent among veterans. While most military members are in good physical shape, lugging around gear and going through physically demanding maneuvers can take a toll […]
Spine pain can affect anywhere from 80 to 90 percent of the population at one time or another. While both men and women can have the exact same source of spine pain and very similar symptoms, the way each of […]
Muscle relaxants may be prescribed after minimally invasive spine surgery, following a spinal cord injury, or to ease back or neck muscle spasms. These medications are also sometimes used when starting a new physical therapy routine to help with flexibility […]
The 33 bones of your spine are a complex mix of nerves, joints, and soft tissues. Most of the time, these parts work well together to complete various movements. It’s only when something’s not quite right that the importance of […]
Affecting more than 75 million Americans at any given time, chronic pain can have a noticeable impact on mood the longer it stays around. Though initial treatment efforts like pain medications and physical therapy can be beneficial, new research suggests […]
Traveling could be another source of discomfort for you if you’re already living with back pain. The main reason for this is because sitting in one position is often part of the travel experience as you go from here to […]
It’s not always easy to take your mind off pain that’s either constantly there or a frequent and unwelcome visitor. Many people with chronic pain find relief through meditation, a relaxation technique where you shift your thoughts away from your […]
Your lower back does more than you might think. It’s the area of your body that absorbs much of the impact from your daily motions. Despite having some degree of flexibility, your lower back is an especially vulnerable part of […]
Opioid drugs such as codeine, Vicodin, and fentanyl are highly effective for the relief of chronic pain. At the same time, these medications also present a serious risk of dependency developing with long-term use, which is why such drugs are […]