Spinal stenosis is a condition that affects the spinal column, resulting in a narrowing of the spaces within the spine. This can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, leading to pain, numbness, and weakness in the arms, legs, and back. Spinal stenosis is most...
Pregnancy can be an exciting and joyous time, but it also brings its own set of challenges. One common issue that many women experience during pregnancy is back pain. This can range from a dull ache to sharp and debilitating pain. The good news is that there are steps...
Back pain is one of the most common medical issues in the U.S. General back pain can come on slowly or over a duration of time. A person can feel anything from dull pain to severe sharp pains in their neck all the way down to their lower back. Back pain can also be...
More than 31 million Americans deal with back pain. Back pain can stem from a variety of causes but is often the result of a pulled muscle, damaged disc, accident, or injury. Other causes may be lifting, turning wrong, bending incorrectly, or even sneezing. At Pain...
Lower back pain is one of the most common ailments that people see a doctor for. Though there are many non-surgical treatments available, about 500,000 Americans undergo surgery each year for lower back problems. Back surgery can...
There are over 70 million adults who experience some form of chronic pain with lower back pain being the second most common reason people visit their doctor. Many people find chiropractic care to be a beneficial drug-free solution that provides pain management and/or...
Car accidents are scary and are often considered traumatic because of the residual effects that ensue after an accident. Even the most minor car accidents can be followed by physical and mental symptoms weeks after the initial impact. When it comes to the human body...
A herniated or ruptured disc is the term used when some of the soft, jelly-like center of a spinal disc pushes out through a fissure in the exterior of the disc. Disc herniation doesn’t always cause a problem, but for some, it results in intense pain, numbness or...
Do you suffer from mild to severe neck pain? Whether that pain is due to an injury or it is just a kink in the neck that you can’t explain, you may start preparing for long-term pain. Please wait and stop! Don’t assume you will have to live with your pain. A...