We all experience back pain from time to time, but there are occasions when the presence of spine pain can signal that something more serious may be going on. Red flags of a spinal condition may be things other than mere back pain; likewise, back pain may be a red flag signaling another underlying condition that you don’t know about. When spine pain is severe or unusual, it may indicate an underlying medical condition that warrants further investigation and diagnosis by a doctor. Let’s talk ... [Read More]
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Types of Spinal Disc Herniation
You spine is made up of discs and vertebrae that stack up on top of each other. The discs between the vertebrae are made up of the annulus, which is the outer portion of the disc, and the inner or nucleus of the disc, which is made of a soft, rubbery material. When the nucleus ruptures and seeps through a crack in the outer exterior, it called a herniated disc. The nucleus makes its way to the outside through a damaged opening in the annulus. A herniated disc is also referred to as a ruptured ... [Read More]
How Can A Doctor Help With Back Pain?
Back pain can be caused by many reasons, from an injury or bad posture to an underlying health condition. If you suffer with back pain and are finding it interfering with your daily life, it may be time to seek help from a doctor specializing in interventional pain management. Diagnosing Back Pain Your doctor will need to identify the cause of your back pain in order to treat your symptoms appropriately. The first step is to do a physical examination, which may involve you performing ... [Read More]
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus – and How to Protect Yourself and Those You Love
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of this magnitude is to separate the fact from the fiction, understand what you’re up against, and know what needs to be done to protect yourself, your loved ones, and ... [Read More]
Causes of Arm Pain
You can experience arm pain for several different reasons. It could be the result of a sports or vehicular accident, an overuse injury, or a medical condition. Arm pain can not only disrupt your ability to carry out everyday activities, it can also significantly affect your overall wellbeing. Identifying the cause of the pain can help to ensure a successful recovery and get you back to doing the things you enjoy, pain free in no time. Arm pain can occur anywhere between your shoulders and ... [Read More]
