It’s pretty hard to drive around “middle America” and not see at least a few Pilates studios. Is this just a trend that will come and go, or was Joseph Pilates on to something when he created floor exercises that would later become a staple of modern fitness? Though many people may not be too familiar with Pilates, fitnes … Read More
Therapeutic Products for the Treatment of Sciatica
For over 10 years, our back pain experts have been reviewing dozens of products for back pain and sciatica. Some of them pass our test and others fail to hit the mark. On this website, you will only find products that we feel can truly help you relieve your pain. In this article, we will cover the best products for the treat … Read More
Holiday Weight Gain -12 Key Tips to Completely Avoid It
'Tis the season when many accept gaining weight as a given, as inevitable as that certain neighbor’s house decked out with so many holiday lights that it rivals the Las Vegas strip in brightness. But a holiday weight gain study published in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that that weight adults put on duri … Read More
Spinal Surgery Alternatives
Spinal injuries can be very serious, and should not be taken lightly. But, how does one know when surgery is the answer? Surgery of any kind should always be thoroughly evaluated before committing to any procedure. Even though many procedures are far less invasive than they used to be, surgery can still be very expensive, ri … Read More
Spinal Nerve Block
Back pain affects millions of people all over the world. It can be from mild to severe and can leave even the strongest person begging for answers. There are dozens of treatments designed to reduce or eliminate back pain and pain associated with the nerves. There are pros and cons to all treatments and this article addresses … Read More
Spinal Cord Injury Prevention
Spinal cord injuries affect more people than one might think. With technological advances it become easier to detect these issues earlier on, making treatment and prevention more attainable. If you or someone you know has suffered from spinal cord injury, you can seek support by reaching out to organizations like The Foundat … Read More
Spinal Cancer
One of the most dreaded words in the English language is the word cancer. Cancer has taken the world by storm over the last several decades and vast amounts of money are being spent on finding a cure. Spinal cancer should be taken as serious as any other form of cancer. If you believe that you have pain associated with tumor … Read More
Poor Sleep and Fibromyalgia -New Study Shows Important Link
Researchers have unveiled a link between poor sleep and fibromyalgia. Norwegian scientists have discovered that the risk of fibromyalgia increased as sleep problems became more severe. The poor sleep and fibromyalgia association was especially true among middle-aged and older women. Poor sleep has often been cited as a s … Read More
Side Effects of Steroid Injections
One of the most common prescribed "treatments" is the use of steroid injections. Cortisone injections are designed to decrease inflammation, which is often a major contributor to pain. Doctors will typically recommend steroid injections to treat conditions such as knee pain, disc pain, tendonitis, bursitis, joint pain and ot … Read More
Whiplash Physical Therapy
Millions of people all over the world experience whiplash. Whiplash is not an actual medical term, but is used to describe the damage that occurs to the head and neck after an impact. The motion of the head quickly moving forward and backward can cause tears in the muscles and ligaments, as well as create pinched nerves and … Read More