Work Related Back Injuries: What Are the Risks?
Many jobs require a certain level of physical exertion which can often lead to back pain and injuries down the line. While any job involving manual labor should have safe…
Back problems
Whiplash: When to See a Doctor
Whiplash is the set of injuries that occur to the soft tissue areas of the neck when it’s suddenly propelled or distorted. It typically affects the muscles, tendons, and ligaments…
Back Pain and Sciatica
The sciatic nerve is a major nerve that extends from the lower part of the spine down the back of each leg, and often causes a lot of pain when…
38 Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Having Back Surgery
Stephanie Burke of Spine-Health compiled this comprehensive list of questions that I think is a very important checklist when discussing surgical options. Take these with you on your next consultation:…
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Why it’s Important
Happy New Year! It’s important to know as much as possible about the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery. Click here to learn important points about the importance of this…
The Conservative Approach to Back Problems
Back and neck pain can affect anyone at some point in his or her life. Fortunately the vast majority of these episodes do not last long and improve on their…
