The human spine is an intricate system of 33 bones that are all positioned on top of each other. This design provides a flexible and sturdy frame for the body, allowing you to stand up straight, bend, and twist. It also protects your spinal cord from any damage. The spinal cord is essential as it…
If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from back pain, you may be interested in learning about the Coflex implant. This new device is designed to offer relief from chronic back pain, and it may be a good option for you if other treatments haven’t worked. The Coflex implant procedure is a…
Knee pain in older adults is a common problem. As you move and walk, your knees suffer from wear and tear over time. Other factors can cause pain in the knees besides natural, inevitable aging. Injuries, increased body weight, muscle weakness, and osteoarthritis can all lead to knee pain. Previous trauma or repetitive stress from…
Are you suffering from sacroiliac joint (SI) pain? The SI joints exist where the spine and hip bone meet and can be aggravated through age, injury, or overuse. This pain can be extremely uncomfortable and debilitating. It may prevent you from fully enjoying your life and doing the activities you like to do. The experts…
Back pain is one of the most universally experienced health issues among adults. This pain is often a result of poor posture or lifestyle habits. These habits can lead to serious spinal conditions or a weakened spine that is more susceptible to injury. Fortunately, there are many exercises and lifestyle changes you can start adopting…
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a chronic condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling resulting from repetitive wrist and hand movements. A person who suffers from this condition can experience acute pain and crippling fatigue. There are treatment options such as corticosteroids and braces are available, but they may not be sufficient to relieve the…
People can suffer a herniated disc anywhere along their spine. When a herniated disc occurs in the lumbar spine, pain may radiate from your lower back, down the back of your legs, to your feet. Relieving lumbar herniated disc pain may look different for different people but this article will provide some tips that can…
There are a series of structures woven into the lower back. The lumbar spine includes five vertebrae, each of which has shock-absorbent discs, and holds them in place with ligaments. Tendons connect the surrounding muscles to the spine and offer support. Signals are sent throughout the body by nerves in the spinal column. Most of…
Chronic back pain is one of the most widely experienced health issues by adults. Injuries, illness, or just general wear and tear leads many adults to suffer from some form of persistent pain in the back, neck, or shoulders. This pain often results from a facet joint issue or an issue in the surrounding area…
If you are suffering from a bulging disc in your neck, you may have a range of symptoms involving pain in the head, neck, shoulders, and back. These pains are often accompanied by numbness and tingling and a reduced range of motion. Muscle spasms and weakness are also common. These symptoms may also appear as…
Your first question to your orthopedic specialist, once you are diagnosed with a herniated disc, is likely to be “How can I reduce this pain?” Getting a good night’s sleep, sitting at a desk, and so on are now things that appear daunting or out of reach. Herniated discs can interfere with leading an active…
About half of all adults in the country complain of neck pain at some point in their lives. Most of the time it is acute pain that will resolve itself after a matter of weeks. Often these neck pains are due to injury (a fall for instance), muscle strains, ligament problems, a crick in the…