For many people, making a trip to the local pharmacy is usually the first attempt at resolving minor back or neck pain. Though over-the-counter medications may provide much-appreciated relief, there are some potential side effects you should be aware of […]
Maintaining optimal bone health is a goal achieved with a combination of smart eating habits and preventative measures. Bone density naturally decreases over time, a process that starts when you’re in your 30s and continues as you get older. Maintaining […]
Most people sleep for 6 hours or less each night, according to a survey of 1600 respondents. If that includes you, then you’re probably not getting enough rest to manage your chronic pain. When you don’t get enough recuperative sleep, […]
Posture is an often-overlooked cause of back pain that’s reversible if you make an effort to literally straighten up. If you don’t want to practice balancing a book on your head, spine surgeons in Los Angeles recommend a few easier […]
The abnormal narrowing of the area where the spine rests that’s known as spinal stenosis can’t always be prevented. Although there may be ways to, at least, minimize symptoms by keeping your spine and its supporting muscles and joints as […]
Epidural steroid injections have been a viable treatment for patients with back pain since the 1950s. A recent study suggests that such injections may also be an effective way to reduce medical costs for some patients with lower back pain […]
Whether Earth’s abundance of water or the assortment of plants that produce countless remedies with therapeutic benefits, there are many healing wonders that Mother Nature provides. Earth Day serves as an excellent reminder that there are many healthy spices available […]
Despite an association with aging, a general weakening of muscles supporting the lower spine can also contribute to sciatic nerve pain. This is why remaining active and eating healthy are two of the most common ways to prevent sciatica, a […]
According to spine surgeons in Los Angeles, neck pain ranks right up there with back pain as one of the most common medical complaints in the United States. While there is rarely a serious medical cause, some people do have […]