Every day, whether you’re standing or sitting, the force of gravity is pulling down on your spine, compressing the discs in your back, taxing your ligaments, and putting pressure on your nerves. Over time, spinal compression can lead to upper and lower back pain, neck pain, stiff shoulders and neck and spine-related conditi … Read More
"Texting thumb" -- once called "blackberry thumb" in the early 00's -- is the layman's term now being used to describe thumb pain related to texting and constant smartphone use. It may sound funny, but it’s no joke, considering billions of texts are sent every single day, and countless hours are spent browsing and engagin … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Nov. 6, 2018. Are you experiencing lower back pain that radiates to your abdominal area? Stomach and back pain often go hand-in-hand. After all, they are two sides of the same coin. Stomach pain is very common among people who suffer from chronic lower back pain. Eith … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Nov. 6, 2018. Is lower back pain a symptom of the flu? Is there a link between back pain and the flu? We get asked these questions a lot here at the Healthy Back Institute, especially during the winter. Every year millions of Americans take to bed stricken with a cold or … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Nov. 6, 2018. If you're dealing with a painful sciatica flare-up, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: How long does sciatica last? I have good news for you if this is the first time you're experiencing sciatica pain. Acute episodes generally resolve rel … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Nov. 6, 2018. Did you know that back pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor? It’s true… millions of Americans trudge into doctors’ offices, hospitals, and clinics every year, desperate for relief from back strains and sprains. And yet, they continue … Read More
Even though more and more people are adopting holistic practices like acupuncture and drinking green tea these days, Westerners tend to be a bit skeptical of ancient medicinal practices -- especially when it comes to healing crystals and gemstones. But the use of gems and crystals has a long, rich history. And one of the … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Nov. 6, 2018. Would it surprise you if I said you might have a neurological disorder? If you have lower back pain on your right side, you do. In fact, back pain of any kind is the second most common neurological (or nervous system) disorder after headaches. And as of 2018, … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Nov. 6, 2018. If you haven’t already, you probably will at some point experience a pulled back muscle. They’re the most common cause of low back pain. It could happen during a game of golf, while cleaning the garage, or even on the dance floor. While we often tend to ref … Read More
Medically reviewed by Dr. Brian Paris, D.C on Jan. 20, 2019. Targeted herniated disc exercises are one of the best herniated disc treatments if your goal is to permanently heal a herniated disc. The trick is knowing what kinds of exercise will help your herniated disc – and not make matters worse. I've helped hundreds of … Read More