Consisting of 33 bones, more than 120 muscles, over 200 individual ligaments, and an assortment of nerves and supportive discs, the human spine is designed to perform many important functions with maximum efficiency. It’s easy to take your backbone for […]
Spine surgery can take a toll on more than just your body. There are also some emotional issues that can affect recovery. While how well your muscles, joints, and bones are healing can be carefully monitored, and rehab can be […]
For safety reasons, the benefits of wearing a helmet are clear and rarely disputed, especially among doctors who routinely treat patients who have been in accidents. Additionally, it’s mandatory for all motorcyclists to wear helmets in 19 states and the […]
As you age, your spine may be affected by the gradual wear of supporting discs and conditions such as osteoarthritis, degenerative scoliosis, and degenerative disc disease. These changes sometimes result in a narrowing of the spinal canal that can reach […]
A healthy spine is a happy spine. The backbone itself is fairly durable yet highly complex when you consider everything that could directly or indirectly affect the spine and its supporting discs, joints, and muscles. Fortunately, adopting a preventative attitude […]
Intravenous medications are often used during and immediately after surgery to manage pain. Beyond that point, pain is managed with medications patients will have to take while their body heals. While the specific combination varies based on the type of […]
With the New Year upon us, there is no better time to commit to changes that will improve your overall health and wellbeing. While many people make the following resolutions with specific aesthetic goals in mind, they also serve to […]
It’s a good idea to practice good posture at any age. However, maintaining good posture as you get older can help prevent age-related spine conditions like osteoporosis. Whether you used to have good posture or you’ve developed bad sitting and […]
While contact sports have long been associated with back problems, research suggests that load-bearing sports may have positive benefits for young men.