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?
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 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
Will A Bulging Disc Eventually Herniate?
A bulging disc is a spinal condition in which one of the strong fibrocartilaginous discs that sit between your vertebrae starts to become misshapen. Oftentimes this occurs as a result of significant stress on the disc, either during one acute moment of strain or gradually as a result of repetitive … [Read more...] about Will A Bulging Disc Eventually Herniate?
The Worst Sitting Positions For Your Spine
You’ve probably heard that prolonged sitting can be harmful to your spine, but sitting can be extra hard on your spine depending on your seated position. Not all sitting positions stress your spine in the same manner, and some positions are much harder on your back than others. In today’s blog, we … [Read more...] about The Worst Sitting Positions For Your Spine
When Will My Spine Feel Back To Normal After Surgery?
Spine surgery can be a major step in helping you return to the most functional and pain-free state, but your recovery won’t happen overnight. Most people won’t reach maximum recovery for months or even years after their surgical procedure, but it’s important not to get discouraged by slow progress. … [Read more...] about When Will My Spine Feel Back To Normal After Surgery?
Why Does Your Spine Tingle When You’re Afraid Or Excited?
Halloween is almost here, and if you like strolling through a haunted house with friends or watching a scary movie with the lights off, you may have experienced that spine tingling sensation as the moment gets tense. Some people experience a similar effect when they listen to music, view art or … [Read more...] about Why Does Your Spine Tingle When You’re Afraid Or Excited?
I Fell On My Back – Should I Be Worried?
If you’re up on a ladder cleaning out the gutters or you step on some wet tile near the entryway to work, you may soon find yourself falling. Because of the mechanics of these types of falls, it’s not uncommon for a person to land hard on their butt or their back, and trauma to these areas can be … [Read more...] about I Fell On My Back – Should I Be Worried?