The holiday season represents a time of year filled with excitement. If you aren’t careful, the holiday season can also expose you to hazards that pose a threat to your spine. Here are a few ways to protect yourself and your back as you prepare to welcome the holidays. Get Help Lifting Objects Some people …
The pandemic that has taken up residence around the world for the past two years has brought about numerous changes. One of them is the mass migration to working from home. Initially, many people weren’t sure how to navigate this change and there was a strong longing to return to normal. Now that we’ve learned …
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Back and neck pain are common problems among adults of all ages. They are so common that the vast majority of people who experience ongoing discomfort and limited range of motion put off getting care that can help them return to optimal wellness. A common misconception is that spine pain is caused by either the …
Often, back and neck pain are seen as problems that only affect older adults. While it’s true that more instances of back and neck pain occur as people get older, it’s also true that spinal pain does not discriminate. In fact, there seem to be pain patterns that are more common among younger adults. Here, …
Back pain can occur at any time in life. It affects people of all walks of life and, if not addressed properly, can become an ongoing problem. Here, we look at some of the most common reasons for back pain during one’s fifties. A Normal Part of Aging Before we discuss the specific conditions that …
Back pain accounts for the vast majority of days off work. This problem affects millions of people annually and, perhaps due to its prevalence, is often perceived as a normal part of aging. As we say to many of our patients, back pain is not normal at any age. It is an indication of something …
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As the novel coronavirus has made its rounds across the country, medicine has had to adapt in numerous ways. The first strategy that was tried was full closure. Since then, we’ve learned more about the virus and how to protect ourselves and each other. In doctor’s offices and other clinical settings, sanitization practices have increased. …
You’ve been having back or neck pain on and off for months, maybe years. You’re not sleeping as well as you could, or you’re not doing the things you’d like to do because of pain. These are serious issues not because they require serious care but because they can have an enormous impact on quality …
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Since the COVID-19 outbreak earlier this year, medicine has gotten quite the makeover. In an effort to prevent the spread of the virus, many offices have had to change the way they see patients. As we move forward, we must rethink how various health concerns may be addressed adequately even during times when a face-to-face …
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Back pain is such a common complaint these days that many people believe their pain will resolve if given enough time. Instead of turning to a doctor, many people remedy back pain with over-the-counter medications and some degree of rest. According to statistics, back pain is the most common reason for missed work in our …
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