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Uh-oh! I’ve got a pinched nerve

Uh-oh! I’ve got a pinched nerve

The Impact of Pinched Nerves A pinched nerve — also called a compressed nerve — can cause a range of symptoms that make your life difficult or painful. When your nerve is “pinched” or compressed, it literally doesn’t have enough room to do its job properly. The...
What exactly is a slipped disc?

What exactly is a slipped disc?

The Anatomy of the Spine There are 24 bones from the top of the spine to the bottom, in three sections. The cervical section includes the neck consisting of 7 cervical vertebrae, the next 12 vertebrae make up the thoracic spine and the lower section of lumbar includes...
Easing Pain with Spinal Injections

Easing Pain with Spinal Injections

Back or neck pain can be debilitating to the point that you cannot perform your daily routines without being negatively impacted. Pain management methods like medication, rest, or ice and heat therapy sometimes do not relieve your pain and it is time to seek other...
Can Poor Posture Really Hurt My Back?

Can Poor Posture Really Hurt My Back?

It’s no myth: poor posture can make your back hurt. The team of bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and more in your back must work together as designed in order to move freely and without discomfort. Sitting or standing incorrectly places pressure on your spine,...
Choosing Your Spine Surgeon is Half the Battle

Choosing Your Spine Surgeon is Half the Battle

Back pain is a common ailment that can require medical treatment by a qualified and experienced professional. No matter what symptoms you have or what the cause of your discomfort is, seeking a physician’s care should be something in which you can trust that you are...