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Why Am I Just Now Feeling Pain Days After My Car Accident?

If you get into a car accident, the shock can delay the onset of painful symptoms. Here, we explore why that happens and what to do if you start hurting a few days afterward.

Nov 19th, 2024

The Link Between Bone Overgrowth and Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

If you’re dealing with spinal stenosis in your lower back, new bone growth in the area could be to blame for your symptoms. Keep reading to learn more.

Oct 16th, 2024

What Are the Signs of Needing a Disc Replacement?

If you have persistent back or neck pain that hasn’t responded to other treatments, a new disc cushioning your spine could relieve you. In this blog, we look at when to consider disc replacement surgery.

Sep 19th, 2024

Is Robotic Spine Surgery Safe?

Robotic spine surgery is safe. In fact, it’s safer than traditional surgical techniques, boasting fewer complications and less recovery time. Keep reading to learn more!

Aug 6th, 2024

Taking Care of Your Spine With Degenerative Disc Disease

If a disc that cushions your spine starts to degenerate, certain steps can help you take care of your spine while managing the discomfort. Here are five steps we recommend to people with this condition.

Jul 25th, 2024

Why You Always Get One-Sided Neck Pain

Pain localized to one side of your neck might make you think something specific is causing the discomfort. However, neck pain on one side stems from an issue that could also affect either side of your neck. 

Jun 19th, 2024

Back Pain in the Morning: What Could It Mean?

If you start your day with pain in your back, consider these culprits. In this blog post, we review the most common causes of low back pain — and how to address them.

May 9th, 2024

5 Common Car Accident Injuries

A car accident can hurt you in many ways. Here, we look at five common crash-related back injuries — and what you can do to recover from them.

Apr 15th, 2024

Why Am I Suddenly Getting Sciatica?

If you suddenly have low back pain that radiates down your leg, especially if it’s paired with numbness and muscle weakness, it’s probably sciatica. Learn why you might develop this condition. 

Mar 12th, 2024

How Your Sleep Position Breeds Neck Pain

Waking up shouldn’t be a pain in the neck. If you regularly start your day with discomfort, your sleep position could be to blame. Read on to learn more.

Feb 8th, 2024

3 Signs You Have Whiplash

If a sudden force whipped your head back and forth, you might deal with whiplash in the aftermath. Here are a few signs you’re living with this condition.

Jan 12th, 2024

Help! I Threw Out My Back — What Now?

If you just threw out your back, you want to ease your pain as quickly as possible. You’re in the right place to learn at-home pain relief techniques. Here’s how we treat it.

Dec 13th, 2023

10 Reasons Why You're Experiencing Muscle Weakness

If you’re experiencing muscle weakness, you want to know what’s behind it — and how to fix it. Here are some causes you can explore to move toward effective treatment. Read on to learn more.

Nov 2nd, 2023

Smoking and Its Effect On Your Back Pain

You know smoking is detrimental to your overall health, but you might not connect it to specific issues like back pain. The two may be more related than you think. Read on to learn more.

Oct 2nd, 2023

Your First Steps After a Car Accident

Getting in a car accident rattles you. If you are in this situation, we put together a quick guide to help you navigate your next steps. Read on to learn more.

Sep 22nd, 2023

A Closer Look at How We Replace Discs

If you’re considering disc replacement surgery, you want to know what to expect. Here, we walk you through the process — and your options. Read on to learn more.

May 1st, 2023

Whiplash and Cervical Stenosis: Is There a Link?

If you have experienced whiplash and still living with neck pain, cervical stenosis could be to blame. Here’s a look at the indirect link between these conditions and what you can do to find relief.

Apr 1st, 2023

7 Key Benefits of Physical Therapy Following Spine Surgery

After spine surgery, you want to get back on your feet and into your life without back pain as quickly as possible. Physical therapy can help you get there.

Mar 7th, 2023

All About Degenerative Disc Disease: Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

The discs that cushion your spine can degenerate with age. Still, you have ways to keep moving comfortably through life. Learn about degenerative disc disease and how to treat it here.

Feb 10th, 2023

When to Consider Artificial Disc Replacement

Replacing a damaged or degenerating disc in your spine can make all the difference for your back pain. But how do you know when it’s time to explore this surgery? Here are some signs.

Jan 18th, 2023

Can Spine Surgery Be a Minimally Invasive Procedure?

If you need spine surgery, you should know that it doesn’t have to be a traditional open surgery. Instead, it can be performed with minimally invasive surgical techniques, delivering many benefits.

Dec 1st, 2022

The Link Between Tumors and Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

While spinal stenosis can stem from several issues, one of the leading causes is well worth your attention. Learn how to find out if a tumor is to blame for your narrowing spinal column.

Nov 1st, 2022

Why Am I Having Delayed Pain After My Car Accident?

You expect injuries to show up right away, but that’s not always the case. Here are two reasons pain from a car accident may not surface immediately. Read on to learn more.

Oct 1st, 2022

Is Robotic Spine Surgery Safer Than Traditional Open Surgery?

Any surgery comes with some risks, but robotic surgery can go a long way toward minimizing them. Read on to learn why this type of spine surgery is safer, both during your procedure and afterward.

Sep 1st, 2022

Using Exercise and Stretching to Improve Your Degenerative Disc Disease

If you live with degenerative disc disease, a tailored stretching and exercise routine can go a long way toward easing your discomfort and preventing further degeneration. Read on to learn more!

Aug 1st, 2022

How Robotic Surgery Works to Reconstruct Parts of Your Spine

Spine surgery doesn’t have to be a significant open procedure with extensive downtime anymore. With minimally invasive robotic surgery, you can get the spine reconstruction you need without the pain and downtime.

Jul 1st, 2022

Treating Your Cervical Stenosis With Physical Therapy

Cervical stenosis can be a real pain in the neck. Fortunately, many people find relief with a personalized physical therapy plan. Read on to learn more.

Jun 1st, 2022

6 Benefits of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

If you need spine surgery and are a candidate for a minimally invasive procedure, you could get the same results with fewer risks and a shortened recovery time. Read on to learn the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgery.

May 3rd, 2022

Is Excessive Sitting Contributing to Your Chronic Back Pain?

If you’re often dealing with back pain, what you do in your downtime could be contributing. Learn the link between sitting and chronic back pain here. Read on to learn how excessive sitting could be causing your issue.

Apr 7th, 2022

Understanding Cervical Stenosis and How It Can Affect Your Whole Body

Cervical stenosis is a pain in the neck — and then some. Here’s everything you need to know about this condition, including how to find relief. Read on to learn more.

Mar 15th, 2022

4 Primary Causes of Spinal Stenosis and How It Is Treated

A narrowing of your spinal canal (stenosis) can cause pain and numbness, but what causes the narrowing in the first place? Let’s look at four leading causes and how you can treat them. Read on to learn more.

Feb 28th, 2022

Why You Should Seek a Medical Evaluation After a Car Accident

You’ve had a minor fender-bender and presume all is well. Not so fast.. Even a minor car accident can cause major damage to your spine. Learn more about common accident-related spine injuries and why a prompt diagnosis is so important.

Jan 18th, 2022