Alcohol and Back Pain
We are well into the holiday, and spirits are running high. With all of the holidays and family gatherings coming up, overall alcohol consumption tends to increase. While this is…
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Don’t Slip Up This Winter: How to Prevent Slip and Falls on Ice
Slip and falls are some of the most frequent types of injuries that occur during the winter months, and are also the most common reason for winter back pain. Walking…
How to Shovel Snow and Alleviate Back Pain
Back pain and injuries typically flare up more during the colder months due to several factors. We covered most of these factors last week in our blog, but we didn’t…
Minimally Invasive Solution: Hydrotherapy for Back Pain
As we continue bringing you unique, minimally invasive ways to treat your spinal and neck pain, this week we’re introducing the practice of hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy is a type of therapy…
Spinal Meningitis
Spinal Meningitis is an inflammation of the membrane surrounding your spinal cord, usually caused by an infection. Meningitis can be treated easily if early detection occurs, but if not it…
Home Remedies for a Stiff Neck
“These articles are meant for general education and are not intended to diagnose, prevent or treat a specific disease. Please see Dr. Sharma for questions regarding the specific treatment of…
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…
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…
The Stress Effect: How Stress Causes Back Pain and How to Treat It
People often wonder if stress truly can lead to back problems, or if it is simply psychosomatic. The basic answer is both. Stress is not only psychological but also physical.…
