Osteoporosis & Spinal Fractures

Most Popular Back Pain Articles

• Cervical Fusion
  
  A cervical fusion can help relieve your neck pain. A neurosurgeon explains how after detailing the parts of your spinal anatomy that can cause neck pain.
• Osteoporosis Risk Quiz
  
  There are many risk factors for osteoporosis: which ones do you have? To keep your bones healthy and to prevent osteoporosis, you have to know your risk level. Take this short, accurate quiz to check how many osteoporosis risk factors you have.
• Pseudoathrosis (Failed Fusion)
  
  After spine surgery, how do you know if your bones have fused well? What if you have pseudoarthrosis (failed fusion) and don't know it? Read a spine expert's opinion on successful surgery.
• Bracing for Whiplash
  
  For whiplash, the typical first treatment is a cervical collar or brace. That will support your spine and head as the soft tissues heal. Read this article to know how long you'll have to wear a brace and how exactly it will help relieve your pain.
• Degenerative Disc Disease: Are My Days of Running Over?
  
  You don't necessarily have to stop running if you've been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease (DDD). It'll take some work and learning how to deal with any pain, and this article outlines the three phases of adjusting to running with DDD.
• Intervertebral Discs
  
  Intervertebral discs are the pillow-like cushions in between your vertebrae. They are your spine’s shock-absorbing system, helping you move more easily. See illustrations of what your discs look like and learn more about what they do for your spine.
• Sciatica Prevention and Relief
  
  These 8 wellness tips may help you to prevent an episode of sciatica or piriformis syndrome.