Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) commonly treat acute or chronic neck and low back pain and related nerve irritation symptoms like numbness and tingling in the arms and legs…
Osteoporosis is a disease where the bone density is decreased making the bones in the individual brittle and weak. When you have osteoporosis, your bones can break easily.…
Your lower back is screaming with pain. You’re past the point of ignoring it. Did you realize the problem could be caused by a joint that—strangely enough—barely moves?…
Orthopedic surgeons have been replacing hips and knees with artificial joints for several decades. More recently, artificial disc replacements became available for the cervical spine. Just as hip…
Most of us have memories of a parent, grandparent or teacher scolding us, “Sit up straight!” In this case, all that nagging is beneficial. Good posture truly is…
Patients with back and neck pain frequently ask their doctor if they need an MRI scan to diagnose and treat their problem. Their doctors answer “no” for most…
Back pain can be debilitating and chronic. One wrong move, even a slight one, can cause pain and interfere with your daily routine. And back pain can take…
Just like other muscles in your body, your neck can be exercised and strengthened to improve range of motion and prevent pain. However, most of us take for…
Just like other muscles in your body, your neck can be exercised and strengthened to improve range of motion and prevent pain. However, most of us take for…
