When we suffer an injury to an area of the body, we often try to protect the area and give it some time to heal. Oftentimes we protect our body by limiting the use of the injured area, but protecting an area and resting an area are not always the same thing. Rest may be a great option, but in many … [Read more...] about Why Movement Is Key For A Bad Back
Why Isn’t My Back Pain Treatment Working?
Pain is never something that’s fun to deal with, and the problem only gets amplified when you’re trying everything in your power to fix the issue to no avail. Sometimes there’s an obvious reason why treatment isn’t working, while other times we need to dig a little deeper to get to the root of the … [Read more...] about Why Isn’t My Back Pain Treatment Working?
What Your Spine Pain Is Trying To Tell You
Spine pain comes in a variety of different forms. Your pain can be dull, intense, ebb and flow, be consistent or somewhere in between. In today’s blog, we’re going to try to explain what a number of these pain sensations may be trying to tell you about your spine. However, your best bet at an … [Read more...] about What Your Spine Pain Is Trying To Tell You
Preventing Neck Or Back Pain As You Wait For Surgery
Surgery can be a welcomed relief for patients who have struggled to treat their neck or back pain with conservative treatments, but odds are you’re not going to be able to get in the operating room within a few days of being told you need surgery. Many patients schedule their surgeries weeks or … [Read more...] about Preventing Neck Or Back Pain As You Wait For Surgery
The 9 Most Common Risk Factors For Developing Back Pain
Knowing the risks of any situation can help you make informed choices, and that’s one of the things we strive to do with our blog about spine pain and injuries. If we can help you understand what stresses your spine and how to protect it, we can greatly help to reduce the risk of spine injury. … [Read more...] about The 9 Most Common Risk Factors For Developing Back Pain
Preventing Back Pain During Spring Yard Work
If the extended period of social distancing has you spending more time at home, you’re probably doing what millions of Americans are doing to pass the time - yard work and home improvements. Updating your home and keeping it looking nice can boost its curb appeal and leave you feeling accomplished, … [Read more...] about Preventing Back Pain During Spring Yard Work
How To Protect Your Spine During Your Next Netflix Binge
The Stay At Home order is in effect in Minnesota, and it seems likely that it will extend beyond the original end date of April 10. If you’re like most Americans, that means you’re doing your part to social distance and you’re finding ways to stay entertained at home. For many individuals, that … [Read more...] about How To Protect Your Spine During Your Next Netflix Binge
5 Red Flags During Sports That You Should See A Back Doctor
Athletic activities are one of the most common causes of back injuries and spine pain in both teens and adults, and it makes sense considering all that we ask of our spine when we’re running, cutting, jumping and twisting during competition. The onset of back pain is the most obvious sign that … [Read more...] about 5 Red Flags During Sports That You Should See A Back Doctor