Back pain can significantly alter a person’s quality of life. Whether you’re suffering from a medical condition, an injured muscle or simply nagging persistent lower back pain, you don’t want the pain to get any worse. The best advanced pain management treatments will target the source of the pain to help provide some relief, while also preventing the pain from returning in the future. No matter what the reason is for your back pain, here are some tips to ensure it does not get any worse and impact your lifestyle negatively. Identify Pain Triggers If the pain you experience only flares up occa ..read more

Every time the season changes, new energy seems to naturally come over us. The transition from summer to fall is especially rejuvenating because of the cooler temperatures, changes in foliage and more. Many fall activities include setting up seasonal decorations, raking leaves, preparing the home for the cold winter weather and various indoor projects. Preventing back pain during these activities is simple when you’re conscious of the actions you take. Here are some tips to help you avoid a visit to your nearest spine care center this fall. Stretch Before Doing Outdoor Activities When the temp ..read more

Bone health is often taken for granted and doesn’t get the attention it deserves. One of the reasons why this is true is because calcium and vitamin D are generally a basic part of a normal diet that supports strong bones. However, it’s still important to have an understanding of why the combination of calcium and vitamin D are critical for strong bones, including great spine health. These nutrients go hand-in-hand with one another and consuming the proper amount of each can prevent long term back pain since they strengthen the spine. Calcium Strengthens Bones In basic terms, calcium is necess ..read more

Back pain is very common, but it is often difficult for medical professionals to diagnose since it’s hard for patients to pinpoint exactly where the source of the pain is. However, lower right back pain is typically distinct and easy to feel. Many times the cause is obvious due to a movement you made and felt an injury right away. Other times the pain could slowly get worse and require advanced pain management treatments to ease the pain. You can never be too cautious when it comes to your spine health, so understanding the causes of lower right back pain can help you know when you should seek ..read more

Your quality of life can be seriously diminished when you have persistent lower back pain. While it may seem like there’s nothing you can do to experience relief, chances are there are some techniques to help you out, depending on the type and cause of your back pain. Of course, it’s always advisable to visit an orthopedic and spine center specialist if your back pain is unbearable. Here are lower back pain relief remedies you may have forgotten about, but should include into your daily routine. Core Exercises Your core muscles are very important for supporting your back. Depending on the type ..read more

When you’re dealing with persistent lower back pain, it can seem like a good night of sleep is impossible to have. This is especially true when your sleeping posture may be contributing to the pain you’re experiencing throughout the night. Focusing on your spine health when you’re sleeping can help alleviate some of the pain and put you on the right path for getting restful sleep. There are many other pain management techniques you can incorporate throughout the day to relieve your pain, but here are some tips to help you get through the night easier. Incorporate Proper Knee Support We often d ..read more

Exercising is almost always a good habit to have since it keeps your body and mind healthy and your muscles strong. However, not exercising properly can lead to injury and prevent you from being able to even do lower back stretches if it’s severe enough. Before you have to visit a spine and orthopedic center to discuss your back pain, take a close look at your exercise routine to ensure you’re using proper techniques. Here are some mistakes you could be making that may potentially lead to back pain. Not Stretching Properly Before Exercising Doing lower back stretches is important to do before ..read more

Going through back pain is one of the toughest types of pain to endure. Sometimes all you want to do is lay on the couch since you feel more pain as you move around. While this is completely understandable, any pain management physician will tell you it’s one of the worst things you can do to help your pain. You have to do some exercising, even if it means doing short lower back exercises or brief walks throughout the day. One effective method of exercising many people try is swimming. Exercising in the water is less strenuous on the spine and surrounding muscles due to the water’s buoyancy. H ..read more

Gardening is an activity many people do to relax their mind and body. What many people don’t realize is the strain it puts on their back, until they wake up the next day thinking they need to go to an orthopedic and spine center because their back hurts so bad. Your enjoyable gardening time shouldn’t be hampered by a nagging back injury, and the good news is there are simple ways to prevent it from happening. Here are four tips to take into consideration when you begin your next gardening project. Bend and Lift Properly It’s possible to experience back pain even when you aren’t lifting anythin ..read more

Traveling with back pain is never fun. Whether you’re on an airplane for a few hours or in a car for even longer, traveling can seem like torture to you if back pain is the norm. If you travel often for business or pleasure, you owe it to yourself to start focusing on your back and prioritizing spine care. Not only will it make your travels much easier, but you’ll feel better in other situations as well. Here are some simple tips on how to avoid creating back pain or making it worse while traveling. Be Conscious of What You Pack Packing lightly will save your back tremendously. Think about how ..read more