Back pain is one of the worst constipation symptoms. Although, it's not a widely known fact that back pain and constipation are often related. Either one can cause the other, so it's important to know the relationship between the two and develop good habits to take care of your back and digestive system. Constipation i … Read More
It is a widely accepted theory that a pinched nerve cause chest pain. These pinched nerves occur when exceeding amounts of pressure applied to surrounding bones, cartilage, tendons or muscles is applied to the nerve. Pinched nerves that are generally found in the neck or lower back can often be caused by a herniated disc, ar … Read More
It is quite common to hear more than one back pain sufferer make mention of his or her ‘sciatica’ yet many of us have no idea what this is or what it means in terms of back pain. Sciatica refers to symptoms that affect the sciatic nerve, which is one of the most important nerve paths in the human body. The sciatic nerve is … Read More
Our parents always told us to take our vitamins. When we're sick or hurting, vitamins can often be the cure for what ails us. Whether it's a vitamin deficiency or just the need for more, vitamins can help the body heal. Then it would seem like the same would be true for calcium and back pain. It's not. Calcium is a lot like … Read More
The spinal column is identified with various numbers to help doctors know precisely where a problem area lies. The C5 and C6 vertebrae are located in the cervical or neck area of the spine. A C5 C6 herniated disc can be a very painful problem, but is not one that is impossible to deal with. Generally speaking a C5 C6 hernia … Read More
Burning upper back pain can be the most uncomfortable of all back pain that a person can suffer from. Nearly 75% of all people have complained of or experienced back pain in their lifetime and burning upper back pain is becoming more common than ever before. The most common cause of upper burning back pain is sitting in one … Read More
If your back pain is accompanied by a burning sensation this can be a symptom of a myriad back problems. When most back pain sufferers indicate they have burning low back pain, what they really mean is that they are experiencing lower back pain with symptoms that include inflammation, irritation and muscle aggravation. Of … Read More
What is "Burning" Back Pain? When people describe the pain in their back as "burning" most do not realize how spot on their description is. The burning sensation associated with the back pain is due to muscles that are tired and tight. When your muscles tighten, they in turn "tire," which produces a burning sensation as … Read More
A bulging disc, despite its rather ominous name, is a fairly common affliction that causes back pain in individuals of all ages. It is caused by the weakening in a vertebral disc, which in turn causes the disc to bulge outwards, hence the name. A bulging disc is similar to a herniated disc, with one of the primary difference … Read More
A bulging disc occurs when the gelatinous discs that cushion the spinal column become dislocated. This can be painful when they start pressing on nerves and other sensitive areas in the back. Bulging disc therapy can come in a variety of ways, but most people don't need to resort to prescription medications or surgery to fin … Read More