Sciatica is a group of symptoms that can sideline you from the game of life. The burning, the tingling, the numbness in the buttocks, thigh, calf, and foot can become distressing and distracting. If you struggle with these symptoms, what you want is relief, and you want it as quickly as possible. To get that, …
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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. …
A neck injury is something that, if asked, we would all say we hope to avoid. Any amount of damage to the intricate structures of the cervical spine could lead to chronic head and neck pain, and even symptoms that seem completely unrelated. While you may feel as though you place priority on taking good …
Yoga is a form of exercise that offers a lot more than the average run around the track. This activity provides extensive physical and psychological benefits to people of all ages. On the flip side, yoga can also be the unwanted source of a lot of pain. Whether you are new to yoga or your …
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 …
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Sciatica is often discussed as though it is a problem. Make no mistake, we understand that it can be debilitating, and that is problematic. Technically, though, sciatica is a symptom of something else going on. The burning, tingling, numbness, or general pain that characterizes this condition can make it difficult to perform daily activities, to …
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The spine is a complex community of bones, joints, nerves, blood vessels, and other vital tissues. Each component performs a necessary task. The discs that sit between each vertebrae in the spine are there as natural “shock absorbers” that cushion force against adjacent bones. There are two parts to each disc, a gel-like center, and …
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When we are fortunate enough to have nice weather, one of the busiest places around is the golf course. This sport has become one of the most popular in our country, drawing amateurs in every year. The problem with getting into the game of golf is that there are risks for injury that could be …
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