Pain anywhere along the spine can be difficult not only on a physical level but also mentally. The word that comes to mind may be “exhausting.” We couldn’t agree more. As an orthopedic specialty practice, we see the consequences of back and neck pain on a daily basis. It is understandable that, even when pain […]
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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
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Riding a bicycle was something that many of us did on a daily basis throughout our childhood. Today, more and more people are riding bikes for exercise, for a thrill, or even for fundamental reasons, such as getting to work without having to sit in traffic. Like most things, there are good and not-so-good aspects
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A herniated disc may be described as such, or by other terms, such as “bulging disc” or “pinched nerve.” Whatever term is used to depict an irritated, inflamed, or damaged disc, what you know is that you’re in pain, and you want it to stop. Herniated Disc Symptoms When a disc becomes inflamed and herniated,
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Seeing someone, you love in pain is never easy. The unfortunate fact is that most of us are either struggling with pain ourselves or watching as a coworker or loved one tries to manage theirs. Research consistently indicates that approximately 80% of the adults in our country routinely experience some back pain. This condition, which
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We spend a large majority of our time each day at our job. When that job involves sitting at a desk, which is does for nearly 90% of Americans, we may easily forget that there are aspects of the movement that may put us at risk for cervical injury. Here, we touch on just two
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Neck pain is a real pain, to be blunt! This is especially so if you start to notice that you are uncomfortable more often than not. We cannot tell you how many people we meet who express that their discomfort begins the moment they open their eyes in the morning, and how much more say
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Pain. Whether it comes from a paper cut, a stubbed toe, or a back or neck injury, it is something we’d like to avoid if at all possible. When pain does occur, it is only natural to reach for immediate relief. This is what most of us do when we come face to face with
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You schedule back surgery to finally get rid of the pain that has kept you from doing the various things you enjoy. To think that you will have pain even after your procedure can be a disappointment. There’s good news, though. Post-surgical pain is more about the healing process, and about getting you back to
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Aging changes the body in some ways. Around the spine, the muscles and ligaments that support proper body mechanics may weaken, and the bones that make up the spine (vertebrae) may degrade. These changes do not happen without consequence. As degradation continues around the spine, it is possible for narrowing, or stenosis, to occur. Lumbar
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