Back pain, even minor, can turn your whole day upside down. Knowing who to turn to for help is vital when finding relief. Should you see an orthopedic doctor or a primary care physician? Making this choice can feel overwhelming. Understanding Orthopedic Doctors Orthopedic doctors specialize in the musculoskeletal system. This includes bones, muscles, joints,
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Is Your Back Pain a Warning Sign? When to Seek Help and When to Wait It Out
Back pain is a common problem that affects many people at some point in their lives. While it can range from being annoying to debilitating, knowing the nature of your back pain is crucial. Sometimes, back pain can signal a serious issue that requires medical attention. Other times, it may be managed at home with
Read MoreManaging Lower Back Pain: Best Practices
Lower back pain can make simple tasks like bending over or sitting for long periods feel tough. This pain is not just physical. It can also affect your mood. Millions experience this debilitating pain annually, disrupting even the most routine tasks. We want to help you find practical ways to manage and ease your lower
Read MoreWhat conditions are related to low back pain and how are they treated?
Lower back pain is very common, and everyone is bound to experience it at least once in their lives. Many people live with chronic lower back pain. It is one of the top reasons why patients make an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. Anyone with lower back pain naturally wants to know what is causing
Read MoreCan My Sleep Position Cause Low Back Pain?
Whenever that twinge in your low back acts up, you might think it’s due to your posture while sitting or standing up. While it is true that your sitting or standing posture can be a culprit in your low back pain, how you sleep—whether flat on your back, curled up in a fetal position, on
Read MoreLow Back Pain Treatment Options from Experts
If you suffer from lower back pain, you are one of the 80% of Americans who experience this issue at some point in their lifetime. Low back pain is most common in adults who are age 30 and older, and it is the most common cause of missed workdays worldwide. Most low back pain is
Read MoreLow Back Pain: How To Effectively Treat Your Pain
Low back pain is a growing problem, with as much as 80% experiencing some form of back pain by age 60. Our increasingly sedentary lifestyles can also contribute to low back pain. If left untreated, it may worsen over time and impede your quality of life. Low back pain can range from mild to severe
Read MorePhysical Therapy as Treatment for Low Back Pain
Low back pain, whether chronic (ongoing) or acute (sudden), is the most frequently reported type of pain among people worldwide. An estimated 80% of Americans will experience low back pain at some point in their lifetime. If your low back pain is causing severe discomfort and is disrupting your daily routine, it’s worth looking into
Read MoreLow Back Pain Treatment for Athletes
Low back pain has the power to bring down even the finest and fittest athletes. However, there are many who still take it lightly, simply popping over-the-counter pain pills or braving the pain for the sake of achieving their peak performance and/or personal enjoyment. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an elite athlete, avoiding proper
Read MorePercutaneous Disc Nucleoplasty
Individuals with herniated discs can experience debilitating and agonizing back pains. This injury affects approximately 1.5 million Americans every year. While the pain caused by a herniated disc can be life-consuming, there are ways to treat it and find relief. Let’s take a look at what a herniated disc is and how a percutaneous disc
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