A “pain in the neck” caused by cervical disc degeneration is a problem that gets worse, not better, unless you seek treatment. Here’s a look at some of your treatment options for this chronic issue.
Sep 8th, 2020
A “pain in the neck” caused by cervical disc degeneration is a problem that gets worse, not better, unless you seek treatment. Here’s a look at some of your treatment options for this chronic issue.
If you’re experiencing arm pain even though there’s nothing wrong with the limb, the problem may lie in your cervical spine. Here’s a look at how a pinched nerve in your neck can lead to radiating arm pain and what we can do about it.
If you have pain in your back or neck that radiates down into your legs or arms, the odds are good that the problem originates in one of your vertebral discs. And that problem may be a herniated disc or a bulging disc — here’s the difference.
Adults in the United States are no strangers to lower back pain — 80% report experiencing lower back pain at some point. While we can do our part to bring you relief, there are also some key steps you can take at home to ease lower back pain.
If you have a pinched nerve somewhere along your spine, the symptoms that accompany the problem can affect a number of different areas in your body. Here’s how you can differentiate between a cervical, thoracic, and lumbar radiculopathy.
Lower back pain has a way of hijacking your life and exercise may be the last thing on your mind. But exercise may be exactly what you need to help alleviate the pain and prevent back problems down the road. Here’s how.
Your cervical spine can undergo changes throughout your life, leaving you with neck pain and radiating symptoms that affect your entire body. Here are the most common signs that point toward cervical stenosis.
When it comes to debilitating lower back pain, a herniated disc is one of the more common culprits. Here, we explore how your weight may play a role and how you can avoid future problems by shedding the excess pounds.
Pain sensations are your body’s way of letting you know something is wrong. However, the site of your pain may not be the source of the problem. Leg pain that radiates or feels like an electric shock may be signs of a back problem, not a leg problem.
Having tingling sensations in your hands and feet can feel really strange. If you’re experiencing this, you might wonder if it’s just a temporary problem or if you have an illness or condition that’s causing it. Read on to learn what it could be.
If you have degenerative disc disease, you know how painful it can be. Find out what caused it and what the best treatment options are for your situation.
The reason for your arm pain may be obvious — a broken bone, pulled tendon, bruised muscle. But shoulder, arm, and/or wrist pain is also commonly related to problems in your neck that require treatment from a spinal specialist.
If you see that your child’s back is curved, or that they stand “crookedly,” it’s time for a quick visit to the doctor for a scoliosis spine check. Catching scoliosis early can help mitigate the effects of this disease.
An obvious reason for your leg pain is that you’ve injured your leg. But you may not know that one of the most common sources of leg pain is actually your back. Find out what might be causing your leg pain and what you can do about it.
Your phone and computer may be the hub of your social and business life, but could they also be causing you pain? Find out how to prevent and treat tech neck so you can type and text on your favorite electronic devices pain-free.
If you’ve been experiencing persistent pain in an arm or leg, you might have an untreated herniated disc. Take a moment to explore this and other symptoms of a herniated (ruptured) disc, a condition that affects millions of Americans.
Finding the right treatment to help you get relief from your neck or back pain takes time and patience. Before you put all of your hopes into injection therapy, it’s important to understand how it may or may not help you.
Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability and lost time in the United States. It’s usually possible for you to ease your lower back issues and return to full health in 14 days or less. Only a few people develop more serious issues.
Does a diagnosis of adult scoliosis means spinal surgery? Is there a cure for scoliosis? What causes it? Learn more about this common spinal deformity.
Considering a nerve block for that chronic back pain? If so, here are four things you need to know about nerve blocks and how they work.