Statistics from Johns Hopkins Medicine show that between 30 percent and 70 percent of cancer patients will develop spinal metastases at some point during the course of their disease. Cancer that metastasizes to the spine can result in pain for sufferers. It is important to know that there are options available to alleviate symptoms and restore functionality. Common […]
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Since our backs are the foundations of our bodies, health and care for them are vital to living a healthy and pain-free life. However, even with exercise and proper care, age-related conditions may win against all the preventative strengthening and stretching. Surgical intervention may be required if pain related to back injuries or aging becomes
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When most people think of spinal surgery, they believe that they will have to endure excruciating pain and remain bed-ridden for several months. The misconceptions surrounding spinal surgery can make the procedure seem intimidating, but recent advancements have led to less invasive procedures and much shorter recovery times. However, if you are still uncomfortable with
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Back and neck pain account for most of our country’s missed work. Many people who complain of painful spine conditions report having pain several days out of each month. With back and neck pain such common complaints, one might think that we would have sufficient systems to deal with them. This isn’t the case. Often,
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The number of American adults who live with chronic back or neck pain is staggering. Polls have indicated that back pain is listed as one of the most common reasons for missed work. And yet, the vast majority of people who have a neck or back problem that limits their daily activities to some degree
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The lower spine and the hip joints are situated close to one another. When a problem occurs in one area, nerves may send pain signals to the other, making it difficult to determine what is happening structurally. Here, we look more closely at some of the reasons back and hip pain may occur simultaneously and
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It is estimated that 42% of Americans work remotely, and that was pre-COVID. In the past year, millions of people switched from working in an office to working in one or more rooms of their home. The kitchen table has become a common workspace, which means that ergonomics may have gone out the window. Working
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Many people complain of back or neck pain regularly. This should not be the beginning and end of the issue. Spinal pain does not typically go away on its own. If your discomfort has lasted more than a few weeks, you may want to consult with a spine specialist. The sooner you do this, the
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Back and neck pain are not normal. However, these are two of the most common problems that adults live with. Many people tolerate chronic pain for months or years before seeking medical care. We understand why. There are a few common reasons. One is that people often do not think their pain will last. Over
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When you’ve been living with back pain for too long, the prospect of surgery can be both relieving and intimidating. Many people worry that having back surgery will not improve their condition. Many worry that they may be in more pain after surgery than they were beforehand. This is one of the reasons people put
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