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
What Are My Options If I Want To Avoid Spine Surgery?
Even when it is performed using minimally invasive techniques, surgery is a major trauma on your body that carries with it the prospect of additional risk. Because of this, many patients want to do anything and everything they can to avoid going under the knife. So what are your options if you are … [Read more...] about What Are My Options If I Want To Avoid Spine Surgery?
Temporary Vs. Permanent Nerve Blocks For Back Pain
Nerve damage is one of the most common reasons why patients consult with their primary care physician or a spine specialist, and there are a number of different ways that your medical professional will work to treat the issue. The most common treatment involves a combination of non-operative … [Read more...] about Temporary Vs. Permanent Nerve Blocks For Back Pain
5 Ways To Achieve Long Term Relief From Your Chronic Back Pain
Chronic back pain can make every day a grind, and while you’ve probably found some ways to achieve some short term relief, eventually your spine pain comes back around. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could put an end to your chronic back pain once and for all? We’ve been able to help countless patients … [Read more...] about 5 Ways To Achieve Long Term Relief From Your Chronic Back Pain
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
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?
Why Back Pain Can Be So Hard To Self Diagnose
If you roll your ankle while you’re walking the dog, it’s pretty easy to determine that you likely suffered some minor ligament damage when you sprained your ankle. Sometimes injuries are pretty easy to self diagnose, while other times you may have no idea what’s causing your discomfort. The latter … [Read more...] about Why Back Pain Can Be So Hard To Self Diagnose
Healthy Habits To Adopt After Spine Surgery
Spine surgery can help you overcome chronic discomfort or an acute injury, but if you fall back into the same habits that led to your issues in the first place, there’s a decent chance you’ll need more care from your spine specialist. Conversely, if you take some simple steps in the wake of your … [Read more...] about Healthy Habits To Adopt After Spine Surgery