The calendar has turned to November, and that means the days are getting shorter and the weather is getting colder. And while that’s not all bad here in Minnesota, as it also means it will soon be the right conditions for downhill skiing or pond hockey, the colder weather can also increase our risk … [Read more...] about 4 Tips For Protecting Your Spine As The Weather Gets Colder
Which Doctor Should I See For My Back or Neck Pain?
If you’ve had enough of your back pain and you haven’t been able to find relief on your own, you may have made the decision to set up an appointment with a specialist in order to treat the problem head on. But who should you call to help with your pain? Should you go to your general practitioner, a … [Read more...] about Which Doctor Should I See For My Back or Neck Pain?
My Back or Neck Pain Is Getting Worse – What Should I Do?
Whenever we suffer an injury, we hope that things will start to feel better with a little rest and targeted conservative care. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen, and sometimes our spine pain actually gets worse despite our best efforts. In today’s blog, we explain what’s happening if your … [Read more...] about My Back or Neck Pain Is Getting Worse – What Should I Do?
3 Tips for Preventing Back Pain When Sitting, Running & Sleeping
Back pain is far too common, and because your spine is a large and complex system, spine pain can develop when your body is in a number of different positions. Sometimes back pain develops while you’re active, other times it gets sore when you’re seated, and for some, back pain is at its worst when … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Preventing Back Pain When Sitting, Running & Sleeping
Avoiding Common Causes Of Back Pain Around The House
We often picture back pain developing as a result of severe acute trauma, like what we might experience during athletics or in the event of a car accident. While those are certainly common causes of back injuries, many instances of back pain develop for far less intense reasons. In fact, certain … [Read more...] about Avoiding Common Causes Of Back Pain Around The House
3 Big Mistakes People Make When Self Diagnosing Neck & Back Pain
Back and neck pain are incredibly common ailments, as more than 90 percent of Americans will deal with chronic or acute back pain at some point in their life. Because it’s such a common condition that many people are at least somewhat familiar with, they often believe they can manage the condition … [Read more...] about 3 Big Mistakes People Make When Self Diagnosing Neck & Back Pain
Do I Really Need To See A Spine Specialist For My Back or Neck Pain?
Back pain sends tens of millions of Americans to the doctor’s office each year, and each one of these patients will be looking for the right treatment to put an end to their discomfort. For some, this happens with rest and some small lifestyle adjustments. For others, a surgical operation is … [Read more...] about Do I Really Need To See A Spine Specialist For My Back or Neck Pain?
How To Keep Back & Neck Pain From Slowing You Down
Nobody wants to slow down as they get older, but time and aging will take its toll on everyone. This is especially common in our spine, where the effects of aging and stress can be even more pronounced if we don’t take care of it. Don’t let your spine be the reason why you’re not as active as you … [Read more...] about How To Keep Back & Neck Pain From Slowing You Down