Frequently whiplash is the result of a car accident, sometimes it can be a fall, or even playing certain sports. It will hurt the first day or so, but if the pain is relieved by over-the-counter medications, you may be tempted to do nothing further. That would be a mistake. The dangers of leaving whiplash injury untreated can last a lifetime.
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An Athlete’s Guide to Back Injury Prevention
When you experience back pain, sometimes you don’t even know what you did to cause it. Skip the suffering and discover how you can prevent it from happening again. Even if you’re not an avid athlete, you can probably use an athlete’s guide to back injury prevention.
Spine Surgery Do’s and Don’ts
Undergoing back surgery is no walk in the park, and you want to find relief as quickly as possible. The best thing you can do is take steps to ensure you have a safe recovery. Let us provide guidelines and advice about some spine surgery do’s and don’ts.
Am I a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?
Most everyone deals with back pain at some point in their life. If it becomes chronic and is diagnosed as a serious condition, a doctor might recommend surgery to treat the pain. There is a monumental difference between traditional open surgery and one which is minimally invasive. If you suddenly find yourself in this position, your first question might be: am I a candidate for minimally invasive spine surgery?
Is My Back Pain Serious?
If you experience on and off back pain, you are not alone. Many adults have pain in their back while doing certain chores, moving in awkward positions, or even putting on their shoes. In some cases the pain is not serious and will go away, however, there are instances where the pain is serious and you should seek care from a spine specialist like Spine & Scoliosis Specialists in Greensboro or High Point, NC.
Understanding Spinal Arthritis
Understanding spinal arthritis might help you avoid this chronic degenerative disease. Once you are diagnosed, medical science cannot reverse it, and it can’t be cured. There is little good news here other than the numerous therapies to reduce symptoms and some ways to prevent arthritis in the spine.
Bulging vs Herniated Disc: What’s the Difference?
What is the difference between a bulging disc and herniated disc? Bulging discs are sometimes called “slipped” discs, whereas a herniated disc can be called a “ruptured” disc. Ruptured sounds a bit more serious and, in fact, it causes more pain. That is just the first difference.
6 Ways To Avoid Holiday Back Pain
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”… sang Andy Williams decades ago, but it still plays on those radiostations that start holiday music at Halloween. Maybe they do it just to give you a head start on stress. You know, the shopping, decorating, wrapping gifts, assembling toys, planning holiday dinners, and you can fill in the rest-stress. Somebody somewhere might be happy, but it’s certainly not you, especially if you have back issues. Keep reading for 6 ways to avoid holiday back pain.
Telling The Difference Between Hip And Lower Back Pain
Second only to the common cold, the next reason Americans miss work is lower back and hip pain. 80 to 90% of people develop debilitating back or hip pain at some point in their life, so you are not alone. You know you hurt, but what is the source? Continue reading
6 Signs You May Have Sciatica
Your sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in your body. It connects your spinal cord and the muscles in the lower back, legs, and feet. It is affected by anything that irritates or puts pressure on the nerve root like a herniated or slipped disc. Look for these 6 signs you may have sciatica.