What Triggers Acute Lower Back Pain?Acute lower back pain usually starts suddenly with severe pain that lasts a short time. Seven common causes and 4 self-help treatments.
Cervical Disc Replacement Considerations and SurgeryMargaret's neck and arm pain was relieved after cervical disc replacement surgery performed as a minimally invasive spine surgery procedure. Q&A with orthopaedic spine surgeon, Richard Guyer, MD.
Scoliosis and EOS ImagingThe EOS® Imaging System uses low dose radiation to image the spine, pelvis and lower limbs, such as in cases of scoliosis and sagittal imbalance.
Traveling with Sciatica: Tips to Ward Off Low Back and Leg Pain Sciatica pain radiates through the lower body from the low back to the hips, buttocks, and down the legs. This means that flights and driving that anchor you to a seat can aggravate your sciatic nerve pain.
I'm in Pain Now—Is My Spine Surgery to Blame?Why do some people experience back pain, neck pain or other symptoms after spinal surgery? When spine pain returns weeks, months or years after back or neck surgery, you may wonder whether your procedure wasn't successful.
Are High-Dose Vitamin D Supplements Bad for You?JAMA study of patients without vitamin D deficiency or osteoporosis found high-dose vitamin D supplementation was linked to decreases in bone density.
Neck Pain or iPad Neck and Tablet HabitsNeck pain was a common complaint among iPad and tablet users in a research study. Mesmerized by a game, social media, or other information, tablet users gaze down, slump, or find other awkward positions in which to stare at their screens, and later, report neck stiffness, soreness, aches and pain.
Is the Weather Worsening Your Back Pain?How changes in the weather may cause back pain to increase, and 6 tips to help you keep seasonal and weather-related pain at bay.
Opioids for Chronic Neck Pain: Nonopioid Treatment OptionsLisa is managing her chronic neck pain using an opioid drug. Her doctor recommends reducing the medication dose and she is worried. A spine surgeon, physiatrist and pain management specialist answer Lisa's pain treatment questions.
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