Basketball can be an effective and fun way to get regular exercise, which is generally a good thing. At the same time, it’s also a sport that puts a lot of extra stress on certain parts of the spine because […]
Athletes are typically in good shape because of the regular rigors they put their bodies through. Even so, this doesn’t make them immune to lower back pain (LBP). In fact, athletes tend to be more likely to experience lumbar spine […]
Participating in high school sports is a great way for teens to get plenty of exercise to keep their muscles, bones, and joints healthy. But all this movement also places added stress on a spine that’s still in the process […]
Basketball is a fun and largely beneficial form of exercise that involves the use of many of the bones, joints, and soft tissues that support the spine in some way. Like any other sport that keeps you constantly active and […]
It’s easy to talk about the many potential benefits patients can enjoy with successful spinal fusion surgery, but what’s truly inspiring are some of the real-life success stories of individuals who’ve gone on to accomplish impressive goals after recovering from […]
From increasing socialization skills to being a regular source of exercise and stress relief, there are many benefits associated with the sports teens and young adults often play. However, any activities that involve spinal movements can be a potential source […]
Most athletes are used to “pushing through the pain” with the minor aches and pains sometimes associated with injuries like stress fractures. While most people associate these tiny bone breaks with feet, ankles, and legs, they can also develop within […]
Whether you’re doing it to cool off on a hot day, for your own personal enjoyment, or competitively, swimming can have many benefits. Swimming can also be an effective form of exercise for people of all ages. However, any activities […]
With nearly 20 million active participants, tennis is a centuries-old sport that’s growing in popularity in the United States, and not just among older adults. In fact, there’s been a significant increase in younger players in recent years. Tennis can […]