Whenever we suffer an injury, we hope that things will start to feel better with a little rest and targeted conservative care. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen, and sometimes our spine pain actually gets worse despite our best efforts. In today’s blog, we explain what’s happening if your … [Read more...] about My Back or Neck Pain Is Getting Worse – What Should I Do?
When Should I Have Surgery To Fix A Herniated Disc?
If you’re dealing with a spine problem, and it’s been lingering for some time, you’re probably wondering when is the time to talk to your spine specialist about scheduling a surgical procedure. It’s not always easy to know when it’s time for surgery, especially because spine pain is so unique to the … [Read more...] about When Should I Have Surgery To Fix A Herniated Disc?
5 Factors That Increase Your Disc Herniation Risk
Bulging and herniated discs are two of the most common conditions we treat at our clinic, and part of the reason for that is because a number of familiar factors play into their onset. Certain lifestyle choices and regular activities can put us at a heightened risk for herniated discs, so it’s … [Read more...] about 5 Factors That Increase Your Disc Herniation Risk
7 Tips For Preventing And Treating A Stiff Neck
Neck stiffness may not seem like a major health issue, but if you ignore stiffness and discomfort for an extended period, pain and related problems can develop. The good news is that neck stiffness can typically be prevented and treated with a few simple conservative steps that you can take on your … [Read more...] about 7 Tips For Preventing And Treating A Stiff Neck
How Teens Can Protect Their Spines This School Year
Another school year is upon us, and that means millions of kids will soon be boarding the bus and heading back for another year of learning. School can be great for your mind, but it can take a toll on your physical health, especially your spine. In today’s blog, we share some tips for how teens and … [Read more...] about How Teens Can Protect Their Spines This School Year
3 Tips for Preventing Back Pain When Sitting, Running & Sleeping
Back pain is far too common, and because your spine is a large and complex system, spine pain can develop when your body is in a number of different positions. Sometimes back pain develops while you’re active, other times it gets sore when you’re seated, and for some, back pain is at its worst when … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Preventing Back Pain When Sitting, Running & Sleeping
Avoiding Common Causes Of Back Pain Around The House
We often picture back pain developing as a result of severe acute trauma, like what we might experience during athletics or in the event of a car accident. While those are certainly common causes of back injuries, many instances of back pain develop for far less intense reasons. In fact, certain … [Read more...] about Avoiding Common Causes Of Back Pain Around The House
3 Big Mistakes People Make When Self Diagnosing Neck & Back Pain
Back and neck pain are incredibly common ailments, as more than 90 percent of Americans will deal with chronic or acute back pain at some point in their life. Because it’s such a common condition that many people are at least somewhat familiar with, they often believe they can manage the condition … [Read more...] about 3 Big Mistakes People Make When Self Diagnosing Neck & Back Pain