When muscles supporting the spine become irritated or aggravated from excessive use, the result may be a repetitive strain injury. When such injuries occur in the back area, you may experience discomfort that ranges from occasional aches to persistent pain. […]
Degenerative disc disease isn’t so much a disease, but rather a term used to describe some degree of age-related disc wear or deterioration. When the spongy discs that cushion the spine as it moves deteriorate in more than one location […]
“Sit up straight or you’ll end up with a hunchback,” or some variation of this saying, has been used by parents for generations to encourage proper posture. While it’s true that a hunched spine is common among the elderly, it’s […]
Pain related to the way muscles, bones, and joints interact and respond to injury has a far-reaching impact. A United States Bone and Joint Initiative report estimates that one in two adults has a musculoskeletal condition, amounting to nearly 127 […]
The good news is that most spine fractures respond well to conservative treatments, including a little rest and modification of activities. Determining whether or not this is enough, however, depends on the level of discomfort you’re experiencing and whether or […]
Referring to the wear and tear on spinal discs that often occurs with age, degenerative disc disease progresses over time. More of a set of symptoms than an actual “disease,” DDD is a condition that can affect one person entirely […]
Spinal stenosis is an abnormal narrowing of the spine in the same space occupied by the backbone and supporting nerves. When pressure is placed on those nerves, you usually experience some degree of pain, which is often triggered by certain […]
Proper hydration is essential to many aspects of health, including the general wellbeing of your spine. It’s often difficult to understand the importance of staying hydrated until you experience increased pain or limited mobility that’s partially due to insufficient hydration. […]
The pain you’re feeling in your feet may be caused by a problem located a bit higher — in your spine. Since foot pain has many causes, you may find yourself taking over-the-counter medications or relying on other remedies that […]