Diseases and Conditions

Recognizing the Signs of a Pulled Lower Back MuscleYou felt it the moment it happened: that sharp, sudden catch in your lower back while lifting a box or twisting too [...]

Understanding the Link Between Neck Pain and DizzinessWaking up with a stiff neck is one thing. Feeling like the room is spinning while your neck aches is something else [...]

Understanding Herniated Disc Causes and SymptomsA herniated disc happens when the soft inner material of a spinal disc pushes through a tear in the tough outer layer. This [...]

Understanding Herniated Discs and Natural RecoveryThe sharp pain shooting down your leg has you worried. You just learned you have a herniated disc, and now you are [...]

Understanding Kyphosis and Its Impact on PostureThat rounded upper back, hunched forward, isn't just an aesthetic concern. Kyphosis, an excessive forward curvature of [...]

The Biomechanics of Spinal Alignment and PainYour spine is not a straight line. Understanding how posture and back pain connect starts with recognizing that your back has [...]

When Your Back Problem Shows Up in Your FootThat strange tingling in your toes might not be a foot problem at all. Sciatica can cause pain that radiates from the lower back, [...]

Finding Effective Relief Through Proper EvaluationWaking up with a stiff neck and a pounding headache feels miserable. These two symptoms often occur together, so most people [...]

Understanding Sciatica and Its Impact on Work LifeThat sharp pain shooting down your leg during a meeting is more than annoying. It can make you wonder if you can work with [...]

Anatomy of the Spinal Disc: The Jelly Donut AnalogyBack pain sends millions of people searching for answers, and two terms keep appearing: herniated disc and bulging disc. [...]