Top 10 Jobs That Cause Back Pain
A lot of people in the US struggle with back pain. Many of those people develop that back pain due to strain from their job. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries make up 20% of all workplace injuries and illnesses. Some jobs take a bigger toll on the body than others. …
7 Exercises for Lower Back Pain Relief
If you are suffering from lower back pain, it’s best to see a doctor to be evaluated for a spinal condition or injury. After you have a diagnosis, you and your doctor can form a treatment plan that includes pain management. In the meantime, you can try to get some relief by doing these exercises …
Will I Need Physical Therapy After Back Surgery?
After you get spinal surgery, you may experience a dramatic improvement in back pain. This is especially true of minimally invasive procedures that have shorter recovery periods. You may feel so much better than you think you don’t need any physical therapy. However, it’s best for patients to get physical therapy after back surgery, even …
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4 Types of Regenerative Therapy Treatments
Advancements in medicine have made it possible for doctors to provide better treatments to patients. One area where advancements are being made is in the field of regenerative therapy. These treatments use different techniques to help the body heal its own tissues, or regenerate. Regenerative medicine is a somewhat new field, but doctors think its …
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The Best Sleep Positions for Back Pain Relief
If you suffer from back pain, you know that it can affect many parts of your life, including how well you sleep. Back pain that interferes with sleep can be caused by many conditions, including: Spinal stenosis Sprains and strains Disc degeneration Herniated or ruptured discs Spondylolisthesis Sciatica Traumatic injury According to the Centers for …
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3 Types of Spinal Fractures
Spinal fractures are serious injuries that need to be examined and monitored by a doctor. Even if symptoms are not severe, you should consult an orthopedic doctor to prevent further damage to the spine or nerves. There are three types of spinal fractures: compression, distraction, and rotation. Compression Fractures A compression fracture occurs when part …
Traditional Open Surgery vs Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Many Americans suffer from back injuries and conditions that cause them pain. According to research made available by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, lower back pain affects up to 80% of the U.S. population at some point in life. Sometimes back pain is not caused by a chronic condition or serious injury. …
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What to Expect After Minimally Invasive Back Surgery
If you have a back condition that requires surgery, you may be worried about what happens after the procedure. Traditionally, back surgeries are done as open procedures, meaning that the entire area being operated on is opened with a long incision so the surgeon can view and access the spine. However, advances in orthopedic surgery …
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Does Cold Weather Cause Back Pain?
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, about 80% of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their life. During the winter, some people complain that they have new or worsening back pain. But, what is the link between cold weather and back pain? Links Between Cold Weather and Back Pain Because …
Is Degenerative Disc Disease Genetic?
As we age, the wear-and-tear on our bodies can start to cause issues like back pain. One condition that affects people as they get older is degenerative disc disease (DDD). Most people will have some disc degeneration after a certain age but not everyone has back pain. There is some research that suggests that developing …