Medical Articles & News
Any kind of back pain is worth taking seriously. Sometimes it may just be a minor sprain or strain that needs a few days to heal. Other times it could be a sign of larger issues. People with lower right back pain are surprised to find out they have a neurological issue that’s causing it. […]
We put a significant amount of strain on our back daily without sometimes even realizing it. Lifting heavy objects, raking leaves, twisting, or even swinging a golf club can all lead to low back pain. Often this pain is in the form of muscular soreness that subsides on its own after a couple of days. […]
When you are active in your daily life, it’s easy to forget about things like proper posture. This is especially true when carrying different objects like purses, handbags or even your children. Constantly carrying your child or heavy objects on one side of your body can lead to long-term issues with your spine health. It […]
Some people intentionally make a twisting motion to crack their back when they need to relieve some tension. Other people simply get out of bed or stand up from a sitting position and feel their back crack. There’s no single reason why your back pops and cracks all the time. The only consensus medical professionals […]
A woman’s body goes through many different changes throughout pregnancy. Some of these changes can have a direct impact on their spine health and possibly lead to chronic back pain. Studies indicate more than half of pregnant women will experience at least some type of back pain during their pregnancy. Symptoms are usually present in […]
Employers should be well aware of the fact that lower back pain is one of the most common reasons why people have to miss work. While you can’t directly control how people prioritize their health, you can offer corporate wellness programs to give them an opportunity and incentive to make it an important part of […]
People with chronic back pain may also have other sources of pain as well. The problem is some of their pain may be more intense than others, which leaves some areas undiagnosed. When people have chronic overlapping pain conditions, they may not even be able to pinpoint the source of their most intense pain as […]
There are plenty of different treatment options for people who experience back pain of any severity. Sometimes physical therapy sessions are recommended, while other times pain medication is prescribed. A non-traditional treatment option that is becoming more popular every day is the use of CBD oil. Everyone has their own opinions about CBD oil in […]
Providing support to someone with chronic back pain doesn’t always mean you have to help them with everything they do. Anyone who suffers from severe back pain will tell you sometimes they just want to be left alone. Some days are worse than others with chronic back pain, and it’s a long-term unpredictable condition. So […]
Poor or incorrect posture is one of the leading causes of persistent lower back pain in the United States. The irony in this statistic is a person’s posture is completely within their control, in most cases. It is understandably difficult to always focus on your posture when you’re at home or work, since you may […]
