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			<title>Acupuncture vs. Injections for Neck Pain</title>
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			<title>Back Pain and Its Impact on Sexual Satisfaction</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[In February 2008, SpineUniverse conducted a national survey on how back pain affects sexual satisfaction.  Hint: it doesn't make sex better.  Another hint: back pain doesn't mean you can't have sex anymore.  Read the full survey results here.
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			<title>The Truth about Cortisone Shots</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Cortisone is a valuable treatment tool for a variety of spinal conditions. Many people have fears about its use. Today, with a careful assessment of the benefits, cortisone is a very useful and effective tool in treating back pain.
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			<title>6 Leading Causes of Sciatica</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Can you prevent sciatica?  Anyone who has experienced an episode of sciatica wants to know!  Understanding what can cause sciatica-related low back and leg pain is a good place to start.
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			<title>Degenerative Disc Disease and Low Back Pain</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a gradual wear and tear process on the spine. DDD is relatively common because it’s a natural part of aging. The symptoms can range from mild to severe, and the condition doesn’t always require treatment.
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			<title>Back Pain and Stretching Exercises</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[For people with back pain, stretching exercises may help reduce pain and prevent future episodes of pain or injury.
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			<title>More Healthy Tips for Living with Spinal Arthritis</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Do you have arthritis?  Tips 6 through 10 can help live a healthier life.
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			<title>Pain Management for the Neck and Spine</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The SpineUniverse index to Pain Management techniques can help you to find effective treatment for your spinal pain. SpineUniverse is the world's biggest website dedicated to spinal education
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			<title>Physical Therapy: TENS, Ultrasound, Heat and Cryotherapy</title>
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			<title>What is Back Pain?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[If you have back pain, you're in good company: about 3 in 4 adults will have back pain at some point. Low back pain is the most common. Learn about the types of back pain, from muscle strains to pain caused by more severe spinal conditions
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			<title>Back Pain During Pregnancy</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Approximately 80% of pregnant women get back pain. Some activities increase the discomfort including carrying groceries and climbing stairs, but the exact cause of the pain isn’t always understood. Learn about your treatment options, such as massage.
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			<title>Working Out Low Back Pain</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Good physical conditioning through a regular exercise program has many positive effects on your low back pain.
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			<title>Back Pain and Obesity</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Being overweight or obese can significantly contribute to symptoms associated with back pain.
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			<title>Postural Risk Factors for Back Injury</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[A research project done at the Cornell Dairy on postural risk factors for back injury in the workplace.
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			<title>Clinical Trial Knowledge Center</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Current clinical trials related to the human spine. A listing from SpineUniverse, the world's most trusted spine resource
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			<title>Spine Surgery: Questions to Ask Your Doctor</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[If you are scheduled to have spinal surgery, one way to relieve your anxiety about the procedure is to learn all you can about the procedure.
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			<title>What is a Herniated Disc?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Could your neck or back pain be a herniated disc?  Five warning signs of when you need immediate help.
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			<title>Common Questions about Scoliosis Surgery</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Doctor Lonner answers some commonly asked questions about life after scoliosis surgery.
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			<title>Spondylosis (Spinal Arthritis): Reduce Back and Neck Pain</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Most cases of spondylosis (spinal arthritis) are mild and require little, if any, treatment. This article covers common non-surgical treatments, including chiropractic care, physical therapy, and medications. It also explains when surgery is needed.
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			<title>Pain Management Techniques to Help Conquer Back and Neck Pain</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[The purpose of this article is to help you understand pain management. Included is an explanation of the different types of pain and treatments pain management specialists use to fight pain.
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			<title>I Still Have Back Pain! Now What?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[For your back pain that won’t go away, you can try a multidisciplinary approach.  A combination of different treatments, such as massage, acupuncture, and core strengthening exercises, may bring relief from pain.
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			<title>Why Do I Have to Wear a Brace?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Bracing may be prescribed to help prevent scoliosis - an abnormal curvature of the spine - from progressing.
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			<title>Your Spine and Arthritis: 10 Ways to a Healthier Life</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[A healthy life with arthritis can be possible.  Here are our top 10 ways people with arthritis can stay healthy.
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			<title>Sex and Back Pain</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Back pain can disrupt a sexual relationship.  However, back pain doesn’t have to mean no more sex.  It does mean that you’ll have to make some adjustments.  Dr. Corners discusses this common concern of back pain sufferers and offers solutions.
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			<title>Does Back Pain Have You in a Funk?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Depression is a disorder that may affect a patient with chronic back or neck pain.  Doctor McCraw provides much information on this topic including signs and symptoms.
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			<title>Chiropractic Index</title>
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			<title>Chiropractic and Neck Pain: Conservative Care of Cervical Disorders</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Chiropractic manipulation, or adjustment, of the neck is a precise and gentle technique.  The goal is to manage neck pain and restore motion to the spine’s joints.
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			<title>Take Charge of Your Upper Back Pain</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Can you prevent sciatica?  Anyone who has experienced an episode of sciatica wants to know!  Understanding what can cause sciatica-related low back and leg pain is a good place to start.
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			<title>Are You at Risk for Osteoporosis?</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Osteoporosis is a disease that mostly affects women but men and younger people of all ethnic backgrounds are at risk too.  Knowing your risks is important to prevention
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			<title>Bone-Building Exercise Tips for Osteoporosis</title>
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			<title>Body Mechanics and Your Spine: Tips 1 - 3</title>
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			<title>Body Mechanics and Your Spine: Tips 4 - 6</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Take a lesson in body mechanics from the professionals - the golf professionals that is.  Learn how they keep their focus on back-saving movements.
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