Most young people may take their spinal health for granted, and think that a bad back is just a symptom of old age. However, people of all ages- including young adults- are susceptible to spinal problems that can worsen with age. The spine plays a crucial role in...
A good night’s rest can cure many ills- including neck pain, if you’re properly positioned. Although neck pain can have internal, inescapable causes like wear and tear due to age, there are certain factors that are within your control that you can tweak...
It’s par for the course to expect your back to feel sore and stiff after surgery. You may find it difficult to stand or sit in a single position for long periods of time, and it may take 4-6 weeks before you can even start doing simple household activities or driving...
Your body’s central support structure is the spine, or backbone. The spine is essential to bodily function, connecting various portions of your musculoskeletal system and allowing you to move, walk, and twist. However, like any other part of the body, the spine goes...
Also known as a slipped disc, a herniated disc is typically the result of a rupture in the spinal discs’ outer layer, which forces the soft inside of the dish to slip out of position. If you have a cervical herniated disc, you may feel neck pain along with back pain,...
It should come as no surprise to anyone familiar with the non-ergonomic positions of modern life that back pain is on the rise. In fact, this condition is experienced by more people in the U.S. than not, and remains the leading cause of lost work days. The prevalence...
