Nobody wants to be hit with a bill for emergency medical services, but at the same time, waiting to get medical attention can sometimes lead to a much bigger problem. So how can you know if time is of the essence and you should seek medical attention immediately, or if you have time to schedule an … [Read more...] about When Should Back Pain Warrant A Trip To The Emergency Room
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
The Biggest Dangers To Neck Health At Different Ages
We don’t pay much attention to our neck unless a problem develops and it hinders our ability to move it comfortably, but your neck health is something you should take seriously. This is especially true because every day we face regular threats to our neck health. Below, we take a closer look at the … [Read more...] about The Biggest Dangers To Neck Health At Different Ages
How To Protect Your Neck At The Home Office
Millions of Americans have seen their house or apartment turn into a home office in recent weeks as we work to slow the spread of the coronavirus, and that means we’re working to adjust to this new environment. Regardless of what you think of your new work space in terms of productivity, there’s a … [Read more...] about How To Protect Your Neck At The Home Office
When To See A Doctor About Back or Neck Pain
Back pain affects more than 90 percent of Americans at some point in their life, and with the rise of the internet as a source for information, that means millions of Americans are looking online to learn more about their condition and find the right treatment options. The internet can be a valuable … [Read more...] about When To See A Doctor About Back or Neck Pain
When Back Pain & Dizziness Coincide
Back pain can bring with it a number of related symptoms. For example, numbness, swelling, or shooting pain are all symptoms that are commonly present with back pain. One symptom that’s a little rarer that can develop with back pain is the onset of dizziness or a loss of balance. What … [Read more...] about When Back Pain & Dizziness Coincide
3 Things You’re Doing Each Day That Are Hurting Your Neck
There are a number of things we do each day without paying them a second thought. Some of these actions are innocuous or inconsequential, while others can have some surprising effects on our health. In today’s blog, we want to share three things you may be unknowingly doing throughout your day … [Read more...] about 3 Things You’re Doing Each Day That Are Hurting Your Neck
5 Common Causes of Upper Back Pain
When it comes to back pain, low back pain usually gets the majority of the headlines, but upper back pain is also a problem that plagues millions of Americans each year. It’s easy to see why stress can cause problems with your lower back, but what are some of the more common causes of upper … [Read more...] about 5 Common Causes of Upper Back Pain