Back pain is never pleasant. However, when you know the root of the problem (such as hunching over your desk at work, poor posture, or inadequate form while working out), you can look for ways to be mindful in attempts to reduce it. On the other hand, sometimes you can feel pain from simply walking…
There is a common belief that certain types of pain are related to age. But at what age is it normal to have aches and pains? If you ask a teenager, they’ll probably tell you that anyone over 20 is old. Actually, it’s not unusual to hear twenty and thirty-year-olds complain about the ailments of…
Waking up with back pain is uncomfortable and frustrating. It’s one thing if you have the luxury of staying in bed until you feel better. But with responsibilities, such as getting the kids fed and ready for school and getting yourself ready for work, you need the issue resolved, ASAP. If you frequently wake up…
When you’re in pain, you want it to go away as soon as possible. Whether it’s by changing your sleeping position, avoiding certain activities, or taking medications, alleviating the discomfort is necessary to comfortably carry out the activities of daily living. The problem is augmented if the pain is so strong that it prevents you…
At some point in everyone’s life, they will experience pain. From athletic activities to chronic illness, there are many reasons why it’s so common to live with discomfort. But sometimes, the pain is so strong, it can make daily routines feel like monumental tasks. If the pain is in your legs, even something as simple…
Nothing reminds you of your age like an achy back. All of a sudden, even restful activities, such as sleeping or hanging out on your couch can feel uncomfortable. You’ve tried everything: more pillows, a new mattress, switching sleeping positions. So what do you do if, despite all these modifications, your back is still in…
There are many medical terms that may make you think about a dire diagnosis and the hardships that come along with it. And while craniosacral therapy may sound like something out of an episode of Grey’s Anatomy, it’s actually a modality of osteopathy that aims to improve your overall health through pressure and manipulations of certain parts…
When it comes to back pain, there are many ways spine doctors can determine what ails you, including physical exams, evaluations of your medical history, blood tests or even electromyography. However, only medical imaging, which includes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) scans and X-rays, can be used to examine your body’s internal structure…
Back pain affects nearly 31 million Americans – resulting in an astronomical number of missed work days and trips to the doctor, and costing billions of dollars each year to treat. In some cases, this pain can radiate to other areas, such as the legs. This is known as sciatica. What Is Sciatica? Sciatica refers…
5 Ways to Reduce Neck and Back Pain at Work from Spine Works Institute The average American spends 12 hours a day sitting down, with most of those sedentary hours being spent at work.1 Sitting for extended periods is linked to many health complications, including a higher risk of illnesses like diabetes and heart…