No one enjoys living in chronic pain, yet millions of Americans do. If you have been among this elite group, you know that there is a steep emotional price. Chronic pain inhibits a high-quality of life. It keeps you from truly enjoying your work or your personal life. As such, chronic pain often leads to …Read More
The spine is an intricate structure that houses numerous nerves; very important nerves that help you move and facilitate organ functions. With an abundance of tendons, muscles, joints, discs, and bones (24 vertebrae to be exact), this part of the body is naturally susceptible to mishaps. If something goes wrong in any part of the …Read More
Age affects the body in a number of ways. While you may expect a few more aches and pains as you grow older, you may be surprised at the effect that passing time has on your spinal health. We all age, but not all of us develop head, neck, or back pain as we do. …Read More
The pain that results from a herniated disc or other spinal injury or abnormality can be more than a chronic nuisance. It can be downright debilitating. Individuals who suffer from ongoing pain may benefit from spinal fusion surgery. The procedure involves the placement of a synthetic bone or bone graft into the space between two …Read More
