When we think about hazards in the workplace, we may envision warehouses with lots of moving parts or laboratories that work with caustic chemicals. The workplace that is set up in the home may look completely safe. For the most part, there are few risks faced when your trip to work involves walking a few …Read More
Low back pain is one of the most common problems experienced by adults all over the world. Tension, aching, radiating pain, and other symptoms are often related to age. They are also related to repetitive motions like pulling, reaching, straining, bending, and twisting. Without proper body mechanics, one wrong move could land you in bed …Read More
An important aspect of considering surgery for a herniated disc is knowing what to expect on the road to recovery. Patients are often interested in details such as when they can return to work, when they can drive, and when they can expect to resume their normal pace of life. This can vary from one …Read More
The sciatic nerve is the longest and thickest nerve in the body. It begins in the lower back, known as the lumbar region. From there, this nerve splits into two sections, each traveling through the buttock, down the leg, and to the foot. The sciatic nerve supplies nervous system energy to the thighs, lower legs, …Read More
Back pain is the leading cause of missed work. It is one of the most common complaints and reasons for visits to the doctor. Research suggests that, as common as back pain is, many people live with this problem for years before they seek help. By then, there may be little that can be done …Read More
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 …Read More
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. …Read More
A pinched nerve can seem like a minor nuisance. Sometimes, it is referred to as having a “krick in the neck.” Maybe that’s just something our grandparents would say after waking up with neck pain. Regardless of what we call it in layman’s terms, a pinched nerve in the neck is something to pay attention …Read More
It is a common misconception that spinal surgeons want to perform surgery on their patients. In reality, doctors who specialize in spinal procedures generally prefer to see their patients respond well to conservative, non-surgical modalities. It is only when these treatments do not improve the situation or when an injury is too severe for nonsurgical …Read More
Sciatica is a relatively common problem that can occur for many reasons. The term refers to the compression of the sciatic nerve and the symptoms that result from that compression. The sciatic nerve travels from the low back down the buttocks and backs of the legs. Sciatica symptoms typically only occur on one side of …Read More
