You’re probably aware that diabetes can complicate your health in a number of ways, but new research suggests the health condition could also have a negative effect on your vertebral discs. A team of engineers and physicians from UC San Diego, UC Davis, UC San Francisco and the University of Utah … [Read more...] about How Diabetes Can Affect Your Spinal Discs
4 Not So Obvious Signs Of Spinal Misalignment
If your spine is severely misaligned, you may be able to tell by simply observing yourself in the mirror and looking for things like uneven shoulders or a crooked neck. However, when spinal misalignment is at its earliest and most treatable stage, there aren’t always visible signs of a misalignment, … [Read more...] about 4 Not So Obvious Signs Of Spinal Misalignment
What Are The Hardest Parts About Recovering After Spine Surgery?
Recovering after spine surgery isn’t just about lying in bed and waiting for healing to run its course. The process is a lot more involved and more difficult than you may imagine, but it will all be worth it in the end when you come out stronger and healthier. But what are some of the biggest … [Read more...] about What Are The Hardest Parts About Recovering After Spine Surgery?
Neck Decompression – What Is a Corpectomy?
A large portion of neck pain develops as a result of degenerative changes that occur in the intervertebral discs and the joints of your cervical spine. Natural degeneration is common in the neck area, especially after decades of movement and stress, but this wear and tear can be exacerbated by poor … [Read more...] about Neck Decompression – What Is a Corpectomy?
7 Natural Ways To Treat Back Pain At Home
If you’re dealing with a spine issue, we’re more than happy to help in any way we can. We also know that it can save you time and money if you can find some ways to resolve your back problem on your own from the comfort of your home. If you’re hoping to treat your new or chronic back issue on your … [Read more...] about 7 Natural Ways To Treat Back Pain At Home
How To Ensure You Get An Accurate Diagnosis For Your Spine Pain
Your spinal column is incredibly complex, as bones, discs, ligaments, tendons, joints and nerves all reside in close proximity to one another. Because of this, and because many spinal conditions present with similar symptoms, it can be extremely difficult to know exactly what type of injury you’re … [Read more...] about How To Ensure You Get An Accurate Diagnosis For Your Spine Pain
How To Treat A Pulled Back Muscle
A muscle pull or strain is incredibly common if you’re doing anything active like sports or lifting heavy equipment, and these injuries can linger if you don’t treat them properly. It’s not all that difficult to treat a pulled muscle in your back, but far too often people assume that it will … [Read more...] about How To Treat A Pulled Back Muscle
How To Have A Healthier Spine In The New Year
Happy New Year! If you’re like most people, you probably have some health-focused resolutions in store for the new year, but we hope that you’ll also strive to have a stronger and healthier spine in 2024! We want to help with this process any way we can, so in today’s blog, we share some tips for … [Read more...] about How To Have A Healthier Spine In The New Year