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  • The Basics of Back Pain and Spinal Anatomy

    The Basics of Back Pain and Spinal Anatomy

    Spinal anatomy is a remarkably intricate structure of strong bones, flexible ligaments and tendons, extensive muscles, and highly sensitive nerves and nerve roots. We often don't think about their form and function, though, until they become a source of pain. Without question, the composition and function of the spine is a marvel of nature, providing us with a unique combination of:
    1. Protection for the spinal cord and nerve roots to safely relay messages to and from the brain and the rest of the body. 2 Shock absorption, accepting jolts and stress as we move about 3 Flexibility, especially in the lower back and neck, allowing us to bend and twist in a full variety of movements 4. The strength provided by the bones, discs, joints, and supporting muscles and connective tissue that allows us to stand upright and move about with precision

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  • Why Is There Pain in My Left Arm?

    Why Is There Pain in My Left Arm?

    Pain in the left arm - If your arm hurts, your first thought maybe that you injured your arm. Pain in one part of the body can sometimes originate elsewhere. Pain in your left arm could mean you have a bone or joint injury, a pinched nerve, or a problem with your heart. Read on to learn more about the causes of left arm pain and what symptoms could signal a serious problem.

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  • Blog | How to Protect Your Joints When You Have RA

    Blog | How to Protect Your Joints When You Have RA

    Want to guard your joints against damage from RA? Keep them in good shape with some tweaks to your lifestyle. Diet, exercise, and using the right tools can make a huge difference. Lose Weight - If you carry extra pounds, be kind to your joints and shed a few. Added body weight puts more stress on your hips, knees, and feet. Those extra pounds can make it harder to keep your RA joint pain and symptoms under control. Stay Active - Regular exercise helps your joints work as they should, eases stiffness, and relieves fatigue. It strengthens the muscles that support your joints. An extra perk: It cuts your odds of heart disease, which often go along with RA.

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  • Is My Back Pain Caused by a Pinched Nerve or Degenerated Disc?

    Is My Back Pain Caused by a Pinched Nerve or Degenerated Disc?

    When back pain is caused by a spinal disc problem, the source of the pain is either from a nerve being irritated by a protruding disc, or it is from the disc space itself. Differentiating between the two can cause confusion among patients, as doctors may use a variety of terms to describe the problem—such as a slipped disc, pinched nerve, and degenerated disc. To help clarify disc problems, on this site we focus on identifying the source of the pain as coming from either a pinched nerve or a degenerated disc.

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  • What Do You Need to Know About Dislocated Knee?

    What Do You Need to Know About Dislocated Knee?

    Your knee is a complex joint that’s located between your upper and lower leg. Three bones meet at your knee: Femur (thighbone), Patella (kneecap), Tibia (shinbone). Various types of cartilage, ligaments, and tendons in your knee are vital for it to function correctly. A dislocated knee occurs when the position of the thighbone relative to the shinbone becomes disrupted at the knee joint. It can happen through trauma to your leg, like from falls, sports injuries, and car accidents.

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  • Tips to Keep Joints Healthy

    Tips to Keep Joints Healthy

    Stay in Motion - It's the golden rule of joint health: The more you move, the less stiffness you'll have. Whether you're reading, working, or watching TV, change positions often. Take breaks from your desk or your chair and get active.
    Safety First - Padding is your pal. So suit up when you do things like in-line skating or play contact sports. If your joints already ache, it might help to wear braces when you play tennis or golf.

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  • Stem Cell Therapy For Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Stem Cell Therapy For Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that mainly affects the joints. Stem cell therapy is a relatively new area of research that is showing promise in treating autoimmune conditions such as this. In rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissue that lines the joints, which can cause pain, inflammation, swelling, and stiffness.

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  • Lower Leg Pain: Causes and Treatments

    Lower Leg Pain: Causes and Treatments

    The lower parts of your legs take the brunt of your day-to-day life. You shouldn’t have to be in pain, though. Medical treatments can help if your doctor says you have a condition like leg cramps, blood clots, or issues with the nerves. But you can do things at home that help, too.

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  • When Do Epidural Steroid Injections Work for Back Pain?

    When Do Epidural Steroid Injections Work for Back Pain?

    For most people suffering from back pain, surgery is scheduled only after all other options have been exhausted. One non-surgical approach to pain relief is epidural steroid injections. They are only intended for temporary pain relief, but steroid injections coupled with therapeutic exercise may allow patients to postpone or even avoid surgery altogether. Epidural steroid injections are most often used to treat low back and leg pain associated with sciatica, which is pain caused by a pinched nerve in the low back that radiates down the leg.

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  • Can Stem Cell Therapy Repair Damaged Knees?

    Can Stem Cell Therapy Repair Damaged Knees?

    Overview - Throughout the United States, stem cell therapy is being touted as a miracle cure for everything from wrinkles to spinal repair. Though very few of these applications have any scientific backing, stem cell therapy for knees has been the subject of quite a few promising studies. Arthritis develops when the cartilage lining the joints starts to deteriorate, causing pain and limiting function. Osteoarthritis is incredibly common. Arthritis and similar conditions are a major cause of disability in the United States.

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