Exercise helps to keep us strong and physically fit, but since the action is also strenuous on our body and our spine, it’s important to approach exercise in a specific manner if you are recovering from a spine surgery or injury. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at five ways you can make sure … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Exercise Safely After Spine Surgery
Caring For Your Spine From Thanksgiving Through Christmas
Thanksgiving is almost upon us, and while it typically marks the beginning of the holiday season, it is also the start of a stretch of time that can be incredibly hard on your spine. However, if you’re smart about how you approach the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas, we’re confident that … [Read more...] about Caring For Your Spine From Thanksgiving Through Christmas
3 Spinal Issues That Can Cause Balance Or Coordination Issues
Remaining balanced and upright on our feet is something we probably take for granted in our youth, but as you or your parents get older, having good balance begins to become more of a priority. Balance and coordination is oftentimes tied to issues in your inner ear, but problems in your spine can … [Read more...] about 3 Spinal Issues That Can Cause Balance Or Coordination Issues
How To Care For Your Wound After Spine Surgery
Even though spine surgeries continue to get smaller and smaller, the reality is that you will be left with one or more incision sites that you’ll need to take care of in the wake of your operation. Until these incision sites fully close, these areas can be prone to infection, which can cause … [Read more...] about How To Care For Your Wound After Spine Surgery
How To Protect Your Spine When Running
Running is an excellent way to stay in shape and burn some calories, but it’s also a pretty significant physical undertaking. Most of the attention gets paid to your feet and lower body, but running can also be very strenuous on your spine. Your spine helps to disperse the impact that is felt with … [Read more...] about How To Protect Your Spine When Running
Why Same Day Spine Surgeries Turn Into Overnight Stays
Spine surgeries continue to get less invasive for the patient, and because of this a number of operations can be performed on an outpatient basis. Outpatient surgery means that the patient is discharged from the center and return home on the same day of surgery. This process goes exactly as planned … [Read more...] about Why Same Day Spine Surgeries Turn Into Overnight Stays
6 Tips For Rehydrating Your Spinal Discs
Your spinal discs act as spongy cushions between your vertebrae that help to facilitate movement. These discs work optimally when they are hydrated and more flexible, but due to stress and aging, our discs can become thinner and more brittle. When this happens, discs can shift out of place, … [Read more...] about 6 Tips For Rehydrating Your Spinal Discs
How College Students Can Protect Their Spine Health On Campus
Labor Day is fast approaching, and that means many students will soon be moving into their dorm room or heading back to campus for another year at college. Whatever the college experience holds for you, know that if you’re not careful, your time at university can also be quite hard on your spine. In … [Read more...] about How College Students Can Protect Their Spine Health On Campus
