Yoga is becoming more popular in today’s society, and many people have turned to the technique to help stay in shape and improve their flexibility. Because it’s not viewed as an activity that is as outwardly physical as other activities like running or basketball, sometimes it’s easy to overlook the … [Read more...] about 4 Tips For Protecting Your Spine During Yoga
How Vitamin D Impacts Your Spine
Vitamin D is essential for bone growth and healthy tissue development, and it plays a key role in helping your spine function optimally. Unfortunately, many Americans don’t get enough Vitamin D on a regular basis, and that can affect bone development and put them at a heightened risk for fractures … [Read more...] about How Vitamin D Impacts Your Spine
What Can A Spine Specialist See On An MRI?
While x-rays are likely the most well-known imaging technique, the MRI is oftentimes more reliable in helping figure out the true nature of a person’s spine pain. But why exactly would a spine specialist order an MRI, and what can they see with the help of this imaging technique? We explain why an … [Read more...] about What Can A Spine Specialist See On An MRI?
Treating A Tethered Spinal Cord In Adults
Your spinal cord is made of a collection of nerves that run from your brain to your lumbar spine. It is protected by a spinal column and cerebrospinal fluid, which allows it to move as needed as the body performs physical tasks. In rare instances, the spinal cord can be tethered or attached to part … [Read more...] about Treating A Tethered Spinal Cord In Adults
The True Cost Of Spine Pain
Spine pain can be extremely costly, and not just in a financial way. Sure, the cost of appointments and treatment can affect you financially, but spine pain can affect you in a number of other ways as well. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at the full cost of spine pain on an … [Read more...] about The True Cost Of Spine Pain
Will Spine Surgery Cure My Back Pain?
When we decide to have spine surgery performed, we hope that it takes care of our pain and discomfort once and for all. For some conditions, an operation can do just that, but when it comes to a structure as complex as your spine, it’s nearly impossible to say with absolute certainty that surgery … [Read more...] about Will Spine Surgery Cure My Back Pain?
How To Treat Spinal Muscle Pain
A variety of muscles help to displace stress and stabilize your spine as you move, and considering all the movements they make in a day, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that they can end up suffering an injury. Spinal muscle strains and tears are pretty common, especially in active individuals who … [Read more...] about How To Treat Spinal Muscle Pain
How To Care For Someone With A Suspected Spinal Cord Injury Until Help Arrives
Summer is on the horizon, and that means we’ll soon be entering what’s known as severe spinal trauma season. Car accidents happen at all times of year, but the summer weather means people will be traveling at higher rates of speed, and when you couple it with other outdoor activities like swimming, … [Read more...] about How To Care For Someone With A Suspected Spinal Cord Injury Until Help Arrives