A bone scan is the only way to diagnose osteoporosis before a broken bone happens. A bone density test, may be done of your hip or spine to estimate your bone density and determine if treatment is necessary. … Continue reading
Scoliosis is something people hear about often, but may not know that much about the condition. … Continue reading
According to a survey by the National Health Interview Surgery (NHIS), yoga is the sixth most common complementary health practice.
Yoga is a great way to improve fitness, relieve stress, and even relieve aches and pains especially for neck and lower back pain … Continue reading
What is Kyphoplasty?
Kyphoplasty, also known as balloon kyphoplasty, is a minimally invasive procedure to treat back pain. During the procedure, a needle in inserted in your back into the spine. Our spine surgeons use x-ray images to guide the needle to the correct section of the spine. … Continue reading
Golfing and back pain seem to go hand in hand
Most golfers eventually experience back pain some reports indicate that as many as 80 percent of amateur golfers injure their backs at some point. Yet, many continue to play despite their pain, … Continue reading
Whether it’s chronic or temporary, back pain affects nearly 80% of Americans. There are many causes from posture or sleep habits, genetics, trauma/injury and many more. However, you can easily treat minor back pain with simple stretches and exercises each day … Continue reading
A Herniated Disc is when the harder outside fibers of the disc is either damaged or deteriorates over time and the softer inner gel ruptures outside of its normal space. The softer material, when outside of the disc, puts more pressure on your spine and nerves which can create tremendous pain. … Continue reading
Back pain is something that affects millions of people. Because the back and spine control a lot of your body movements, experiencing back pain can greatly diminish your ability to enjoy social activities and daily tasks. Taking care of your spine, … Continue reading
Dr. Max Cohen wrote an article to debunk athlete spine injury myths. Some myths addressed are:
Rest is always best
Spine injuries always require surgery
Equipment is the most important thing to prevent spine injuries … Continue reading
Most people might feel a soreness in their neck or a shooting pain and just assume they slept on it wrong. Overtime, you may get used to that pain and not think anything of it, but you could be overlooking the possibility that neck pain is actually a symptom for something more serious. … Continue reading
