Is asking your doctor questions rude? Your doctor has years of schooling and experience. Some patients - and doctors - feel we should just do what we’re told and follow prescriptions without asking the doctor questions. But the Institute of Medicine (IOM) estimates anywhere from 44,000 to 98,000 Americans die every year in … Read More
What is Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction?
If you feel for the two dimples in your lower back, this is where you'll find your two sacroiliac (SI) joints. Essentially, these are the points where your spine meets your pelvis. Although your sacroiliac joints move only a couple of millimeters, rotating 1 to 4 degrees at most, they have a heavy burden to bear. As a wei … Read More
The 7 Proven Benefits of Massage
And How to Get a Lifetime of Massages for Under $100 The first thing most people think about when it comes to massage is relaxation. But massage is fast being recognized as a major player in the health tool kit to treat all sorts of problems beyond back pain, such as infant distress, cancer and much more. Here are 7 key be … Read More
How to Shovel Snow
(And How NOT To Shovel Snow!) It's that time of the year again for many people worldwide. And if you want to avoid excruciating back pain, it pays to (re)learn how to shovel snow! In the U.S. alone, more than 11,000 were treated annually between 1990-2006 for injuries connected with shoveling snow, according to a recent stu … Read More
Lumbar Disc Surgery
Maybe you have a herniated disc and are researching your treatment options, or maybe your physician has recommended lumbar disc surgery to correct a herniated or bulging disc. Whatever the reason, we want to provide you with as much information on the subject, so you can make an informed and confident decision on which treat … Read More
Success Stories – Part 17
"More Back Pain Success Stories...." "Death Ride 2007 I started with your program right away. I was surprised to see that I had a high hip as I am a avid cyclist and didn't think I would have weak gluts or hamstring muscles. After the first day I felt better and in a couple of days was able to started ridin … Read More
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Written By: August 18,2011
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Success Stories – Part 8
"More Back Pain Success Stories...." She called it a miracle! "A few months back I sent for your program. I had fairly severe sciatica (pain level about 9) and also lower back pain. I sent you my profile picture. You helped me with the assessments and found me as having FTP, FHS, LHH. I have been doing the … Read More
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Written By: August 18,2011
Written By: August 18,2011
How can you treat osteoarthritis of the spine?
In osteoarthritis of the spine, also known as degenerative arthritis, the protective cartilage that protects the tops of your bones wears out because of daily wear and tear, aging, injury or misuse. As a result, your vertebrae start to rub together or press on a nearby spinal nerve. This can result in significant amounts of … Read More
What is Stage 1 Spondylolisthesis ?
Spondylolisthesis is a common condition of the lower back. It occurs when a lumbar vertebra (one of the bones that makes up the spine) slips over a vertebra beneath it, ending up on top of the lower vertebra. Spondylolisthesis can occur at any age. Some blame its occurrence in children on participation in sports like gymnas … Read More
Sciatica Cushion
A sciatica cushion is a good way to relieve sciatica pain. The term sciatica refers to the inflammation and/or aggravation of the sciatic nerve, which is a nerve that runs or extends from the base of your spine, and goes all the way down your leg. The goal of a sciatica cushion or any cushion for back pain is to reduce or al … Read More