When back pain strikes, what people tend to want most is to eliminate their discomfort by whatever means necessary. For some, it’s taking some time off their feet. For others, it’s reaching for the very best medicine to help them get back to their busy lives. Let’s face it, we don’t like being sidelined from […]
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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
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Back pain is such a common problem among American adults that it has almost been normalized as a natural part of getting older. The problem with this mindset is that it prevents people from getting the care they need. A great many people who live with back pain every day still say they hope it
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Back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults of all ages. It is so common that one can easily find some well-intended advice nearly anywhere they look. In many cases, the advice that is offered can be beneficial in some way. Where people may go wrong is in mistaking any single piece
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Over the past few months, we’ve been discussing some of the reasons back pain may occur during various life stages. This month, we look at back pain affecting people in their 60s. Before this decade of life, back pain may be relatively uncommon. The biological and lifestyle changes that may happen in one’s 60s may
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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,
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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
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In recent years, cannabis use has become more widespread as states make the use of this mild drug legal. The opinion of cannabis use may vary across the medical community but, one thing that most clinicians can agree on is that it is important to understand how marijuana may affect aging, health, and also clinical
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Back pain is not something that happens only later in life or only after a traumatic injury. People of all ages and walks of life get back pain. Here, we look at some of the common reasons pain may occur in your thirties. As you browse them, keep in mind that it is very beneficial
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Back pain is one of the most common complaints expressed by adults of all ages. It may result from an injury or may occur without much evidence as to why. This is what can make back pain difficult to understand. However, some symptoms can provide clues regarding a potential underlying cause. Here, we outline some
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