According to the American Physical Therapy Association, two thirds of Americans have lower back pain sometime during their lives. It’s what to do with and about that pain that matters. Should you exercise through lower back pain? The common sense answer to you now may be: if “it hurts when you do this,” then don’t do it. … Continue reading
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative chronic condition, and 27 million Americans suffer from its painful symptoms everyday. If you don’t have osteoarthritis, it’s likely you know someone who does. With age and overuse, the cartilage between the bones in our joints begins to deteriorate causing stiffness, … Continue reading
While no one reading this will probably ever be a Tiger Woods or a Nicklaus, some of us will religiously hit the golf course to try. While most just play golf for fun, the sport can stop being fun rather quickly when you become injured. … Continue reading
Arthritis could be caused by about 100 different diseases, but it all leads to one main symptom: inflammation of the joints. Inflammation is the body’s way of fighting off injury or infection, and it is completely healthy for short periods of time. … 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
Do you ever wonder what the pain radiating down your spine to your buttocks might be? It’s possible that it’s sciatica.
Sciatica can cause some people severe pain and can even be debilitating. For others, sciatica might be irritating and infrequent. … Continue reading
Dr. Max W. Cohen of Spine & Scoliosis Specialists presents important information on exercising with back pain. Following his advice can help reduce back pain while maintaining your workout routine. Contact Spine & Scoliosis Specialists at (336) 333-6306.
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Dr. Ruben Torrealba is a back pain specialist here at Spine & Scoliosis Specialists in Greensboro, NC. He will be giving a talk on back pain treatment options at the Millis Regional Health Education Center. The details for the presentation are as follows:
Back Pain Treatment Options
Tuesday, … Continue reading
