As we get older, our bodies slowly start to degenerate. It’s a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean you should welcome it with open arms. We can’t completely stop spinal bone loss from happening, but if you’re smart about your lifestyle, you can certainly slow down the process, which will … [Read more...] about How To Prevent Spinal Boss Loss
The 10 Most Common Activities For Back Pain
Back pain comes in many forms and develops for a variety of reasons, but some actions are more likely to lead to spine pain than others. A recent study of more than 2,000 patients with back pain attempted to learn more about the causes of back pain and what actions trigger a flareup. In today’s … [Read more...] about The 10 Most Common Activities For Back Pain
What to Do if Your Back Pain Is Worse At Night
Nobody wants to deal with back pain at any part of their day, but back pain that develops and worsens as you’re trying to wind down for the night and get ready for a restful night’s sleep can really cause problems for your daily routine. But what might be causing back pain to intensify at night, and … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Back Pain Is Worse At Night
Why Stretching Is So Important For Your Spine
There are a lot of great ways to care for your spine. You can exercise and participate in some type of strength training program, you can eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of fluids, and you can head to a spine specialist at the first sign of a back issue. Another easy way to take care of your … [Read more...] about Why Stretching Is So Important For Your Spine
When Is It Safe To Return To Sports After A Back Injury?
Your spine is one of the most commonly injured areas of your body during athletic activity, and that makes sense considering all the twisting, turning and stress that is put on the area during many sporting events. We’ve helped a lot of recreational and competitive athletes get back to the sport … [Read more...] about When Is It Safe To Return To Sports After A Back Injury?
Resolve To Care For Your Spine In The New Year!
The new year means it’s time to make some resolutions to change our lives for the better, and if you’re looking to add something to your list, consider resolving to care for your spine in 2020. We often ignore our spine until an injury develops, which can be problematic because by then, a lot of … [Read more...] about Resolve To Care For Your Spine In The New Year!
Is Elective Spine Surgery Safe For Seniors?
Surgery is one way doctors work to help their patients become healthier, but for some patients, surgery can cause more problems than it solves. We work hard to prevent complications and risk factors associated with surgery, but some populations are at a greater risk of issues than others. Seniors, … [Read more...] about Is Elective Spine Surgery Safe For Seniors?
3 Benefits Of The Anterior Cervical Fusion Procedure
There are a number of soft tissues and nerves that are housed in and around your neck, so it should come as no surprise that the neck area is a frequent source of pain and discomfort, especially as we get older and structures begin to deteriorate. When problems are detected early on, they typically … [Read more...] about 3 Benefits Of The Anterior Cervical Fusion Procedure