Back problems often cause chronic pain. Although patients who eventually need surgery have often suffered for years with persistent pain that occasionally flares up, the idea of a surgical procedure and recovery feels intimidating. Patients often want to know if their procedure will achieve pain relief or cause more pain. Here, we will discuss the […]
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The way that healthcare is provided has changed significantly in recent months, and it may not completely return to normal for some time. In light of the current state of the world, we thought it would be beneficial to our patients if we share some tips on how to care for the spine when a
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Degenerative disc disease is a common condition and a frequent diagnosis for chronic back pain. It is the form of osteoarthritis that results in the thinning and general breakdown of the cushiony discs between the bones of the spine. There may be several symptoms associated with degenerative disc disease. A common one is the difficulty
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When a health condition develops and requires treatment, it is natural to want resolution quickly and permanently. This doesn’t always happen, as much as we’d like it to. Often, people think they have dealt with a painful problem like back pain only to experience a flare-up in the future (sometimes frequent flare-ups). If you’ve found
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Chronic back pain can have a detrimental effect on quality of life. Usually, people who are struggling with back pain rely on conservative remedies like rest and anti-inflammatory medication to control discomfort. When these measures do not provide an adequate level of relief, it may be a good idea to explore the potential benefits of
If You Suspect You Need Back Surgery, You Need to Know These Details Read More »
When back pain persists for several weeks or months, the question about surgery will inevitably arise. Preconceived notions about what surgery may be like and how it may impact life and mobility in the future can make it difficult to navigate the various treatment options available. Sometimes, a patient’s predicted outcomes lead them to instinctively
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The holidays have come and gone, which means many of us are just getting settled into new habits that will support our lofty goals for the new year. For many people, that list of goals, or maybe the primary objective, is to take better care of their bodies. This may include eating whole foods rather
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We usually wish to sit down after we have had a long day or to give our tired body some rest. The act of sitting is something that, for many people, isn’t as pleasant as it ought to be. Sometimes, sitting can either cause or worsen back pain. This is not a normal occurrence. It
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We might think of our back and spine as important to our active physical function. However, everything that we do, from walking to sitting and even lying down, relies on a functional spine. This may be one of the reasons why up to 80% of people develop back pain at some point; the spine is
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Menopause is associated with almost too many unpleasant symptoms to mention. Women expect to experience hot flashes that they affectionately refer to as their “personal summer.” They may know that they may have a difficult time sleeping and, of course, that their menstrual cycle will not remain as consistent as it has in previous decades.
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