When you are working in an office environment, you may not realize the impact that your job has on your body. In fact, sitting at a desk for prolonged periods can cause you injury to the spine, shoulders, and wrists. You can minimize your chances of incurring these injuries by designing an ergonomic space at your […]
Back pain isn’t just about heavy lifting or sleeping the wrong way. Here are some surprising everyday habits that cause aches and pains—and how to feel better. 1. You’re Chained to Your Desk Did you know that sitting puts 40 percent more pressure on your spine than standing? Let’s be honest: Maintaining proper posture […]
Back pain, particularly low back pain, is one of the most common ailments in the world. An overwhelming majority of people will experience it at some point, and it can significantly affect an individual’s quality of life. Some of the most common reasons for back pain include: 1. Poor Posture Excessive sitting is one of […]
Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the United States and throughout the world. Millions of people participate in the sport at all levels of competition. Whether you are playing for the neighborhood championship or the NBA title, you can get injured. Basketball injuries can be separated into two general categories: overuse injuries […]
Chronic back pain can interrupt day-to-day activities and cause immense discomfort. Thankfully, when searching for viable treatment options for your back pain, you don’t always need to turn to a surgeon for answers. Here are just a few alternatives to surgery that many people use as successful back and neck pain treatments: Physical Therapy […]
Exercise can be the key to your recovery, as well as a good prevention against future pain. Our physicians have developed an exercise routine with easy explanations and diagrams to help you follow them properly. The purpose of these exercises is to promote flexibility and strengthen the spinal musculature. Low Back Exercises Unless instructed otherwise, […]
Peripheral neuropathy describes damage to the peripheral nervous system, the vast communications network that transmits information from the brain and spinal cord (the central nervous system) to every other part of the body. Peripheral nerves also send sensory information back to the brain and spinal cord, such as a message that the feet are cold […]
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the jaw, jaw joint and surrounding facial muscles that control chewing and moving the jaw. These disorders are often incorrectly called TMJ, which stands for temporomandibular joint. What Is the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge joint that connects the […]
What is a headache? A Headache is defined as a pain in the head or upper neck. It is one of the most common locations of pain in the body and has many causes. How are headaches classified? Headaches have numerous causes, and in 2007 the International Headache Society agreed upon an updated classification system […]
Low Back Pain Overview Pain in the lower back or low back pain is a common concern, affecting up to 90% of Americans at some point in their lifetime. Up to 50% will have more than one episode. Low back pain is not a specific disease, rather it is a symptom that may occur from […]
