What you eat in terms of the fruits and veggies you consume and how much water you drink on a daily basis is important to the overall health of your spine and its supporting structures. If you happen to be […]
Children will likely always need backpacks during their school years to lug around books and other essentials, plus a few extra accessories. Constantly carrying around a fully loaded backpack isn’t good for a developing spine. However, there are some common […]
The potential health hazards of smoking are well known today. However, you may not be aware of the ways secondhand smoke can affect spine health. Though spinal issues caused by secondhand smoke are not likely to require minimally invasive back […]
Summer is a time when you can enjoy wearing more casual clothing, and flats are often the go-to footwear choice for people who love feeling fresh air on their toes. However, you should be aware that wearing those cute sandals […]
The benefits of making an ongoing effort to keep your spine healthy will become apparent each time you have a day without significant or lingering discomfort. Not all potential sources of spine-related pain can be prevented, and some even require […]
The bones and discs of the backbone are susceptible to gradual wear and tear that may contribute to spine-related aches and pains. Aging also causes vertebrae to wear away and shrink and spaces around the spinal canal to progressively narrow […]
Cleaning is one of those tasks that will always be on your to-do list. However, some common house cleaning chores can be a source of spine pain as you bend, turn, and make repetitive motions with your arms, shoulders, legs, […]
The repetitive stress associated with running can sometimes contribute to back pain. Stretching before going for a run or jog may help ease spine-related pain, but discomfort can also be triggered by the shoes you wear. While running on a […]
Since sciatica symptoms often affect hips, thighs, and legs, spending extended periods in one position can be painful, as is often the case when traveling. For most people, it’s difficult to avoid triggering discomfort that can range from pins and […]