spine

Young adults don't think about disc deterioration/degeneration until it's time for the golden years. The disorder…

As individuals advance in age, the risk of falling starts to become a regular concern. An average of one in four…

Acid reflux is a common digestive problem. It happens when the stomach acid flows back into the esophagus or food…

Analgesics are pain-relieving medications, also known as painkillers. These can be over-the-counter and…

Finding the right surgeon that specializes in an individual's specific spinal conditions and physical health means…

Breathing exercises along with meditation can be beneficial for individuals with back pain. Breath control…

Massage therapists have come a long way in reducing pain and improving wellness. Back pain is one of the most…

The spinal/vertebral column extends from the skull to the pelvis and consists of individual bones known as…

Osteoid osteoma refers to a benign tumor/s that can grow on the spine as well as other areas of the body. They are…

There are other causes of sciatica that are not spine-related. It is sometimes called non-spinal pathology, which…

Individuals dealing with back pain or spinal condition that negatively impacts their general health want to know…

Whiplash injuries very rarely call for surgery. But with those rare occurrences, that are severe cases, surgery is…

Indoors or out, bicycling can be great for an individual's back with proper preparation. With everything that is…

Getting workers’ compensation for a back/spinal injury can be a daunting and overwhelming task. There are plenty…

The thoracic spine known as the middle back starts below the cervical or neck spine at around the level of the…

Different spinal surgical procedures use various types of spinal hardware to stabilize the spine. When this…

Getting back to the house and eating a regular meal post a spinal operation is one of those moments when more is…

Minimally invasive spine surgery known as M.I.S.S is an option to traditional open surgical procedures, as well as…

Back spasms can be compared to a Charley horse in the back. These are a common complaint in doctors' clinics…

Sit-stand desks are coming around, especially with so many of us working from home. Sitting is not a bad thing, it…

Music therapy, combined with standard medical treatment has been found to reduce the perception of pain in…

With so much at stake, our bodies have developed a complex self-defense system to protect the spinal cord and its…