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  • Pain Management: Spinal Stenosis

    Pain Management: Spinal Stenosis

    Spinal stenosis is a condition that typically develops very slowly as we get older, usually occurring after the age of 50. There are cases, however, where the curvature of the spine (scoliosis) or congenital factors may lead to spinal stenosis in younger individuals. The majority of cases of spinal stenosis occur in the lower or lumbar spine. Slippage and misalignment of the vertebrae, known as spondylolisthesis, can also be a cause of spinal stenosis. The most common symptom of spinal stenosis is cramping or aching in the calves. As the condition advances, it becomes increasingly difficult to stand and walk due to the intensity of the resulting leg pain.

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  • Do Epidural Steroid Injections Work for Back Pain?

    Do Epidural Steroid Injections Work for Back Pain?

    For most people with back pain, surgery is recommended only after all other options have been exhausted. A common non-surgical approach to pain relief is epidural steroid injections, which help reduce inflammation around your spinal cord and spinal nerves. They are primarily intended for temporary pain relief, but steroid injections coupled with therapeutic exercise may allow patients to postpone or even avoid surgery altogether.

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  • Pain Management: Spinal Arthritis

    Pain Management: Spinal Arthritis

    PAINFUL JOINT DISEASE IN THE NECK AND BACK - Facts and Information About Spinal Arthritis
    -Spinal arthritis is swelling and tenderness of the joints anywhere along the spine, but mostly in the neck and low back areas.
    -Several types of arthritis affect the spine. Some are due to aging and wear and tear. Others result from an overactive immune system, an infection, or are inherited.
    -All forms of arthritis cause a breakdown of cartilage, the hard and slippery tissue that cushions the ends of bones where they form a joint.

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  • Pain Management: Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

    Pain Management: Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction

    A Frequent Source of Lower Back and Leg Pain - One of the most prevalent causes of low back pain occurs with injuries to the sacroiliac (SI) joint and ligaments. Young and middle-aged women are most susceptible to this condition, which can make sitting and standing difficult and painful tasks. If you are experiencing the painful symptoms of SI joint dysfunction, we can help you find relief with accurate diagnostic techniques and effective non-surgical therapy.

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  • Spinal Anatomy and What Can Go Wrong

    Spinal Anatomy and What Can Go Wrong

    This top-to-bottom guide gives an overview of spinal anatomy and the potential problems that can cause pain. Understanding your spine's anatomy and inner workings can help you better manage neck or back pain. Your spine is mostly comprised of 3 general regions:
    1. The cervical spine contains 7 vertebral bones that run from the base of the skull down through your neck. This region of the spine has a natural inward curve (toward the front of the body), called a lordotic curve. It supports the head above and is relatively mobile, which also makes it more prone to injury. 2. The thoracic spine contains 12 vertebral bones, with the top 10 solidly connected to the rib cage and the bottom 2 connected to floating ribs.

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  • Pain Management: Shoulder Pain

    Pain Management: Shoulder Pain

    You never realize how much you use your shoulders every day until one of them starts hurting. Shoulder pain can surface because of issues with the shoulder joint or from muscles, ligaments, and tendons surrounding it. Shoulder pain might get worse as you move your arm or shoulder, like lifting a box, doing yard work, or even swinging a tennis racket. Our physician will thoroughly examine patients experiencing arm pain and assess all symptoms before offering several forms of non-surgical treatment.

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  • 3 Pointers for Traveling with Sciatica

    3 Pointers for Traveling with Sciatica

    When you have sciatica, travel can be a daunting and painful experience. Whether it is for work or family, long car and plane rides are sometimes unavoidable. Here are 3 useful pointers to help manage your sciatica when traveling long distances:
    1. Pack Smart and Minimize Lifting - Heavy luggage can place a large working load on your lower back, which in turn may provoke sciatica in your back and/or leg.

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  • Pain Management: Sciatica

    Pain Management: Sciatica

    Pain Associated with The Sciatic Nerve Which Runs from The Lower Back, Down the Back of The Legs to The Feet. Pain and numbness run from the lower back or buttocks and down the back of the leg. Sciatica can affect both sides of the body or just one side.
    Causes - Don’t be fooled by the term, “sciatica” most often does not involve damage to the sciatic nerve. Rather, the pattern of pain in the back of the leg is most often caused by irritation of the spinal nerves. The spinal nerves can be compressed by narrowing in the spine, known as lumbar stenosis, or inflamed by disc material that has bulged or herniated near the nerve, known as a disc herniation.

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  • Exercise for Better Back Health

    Exercise for Better Back Health

    You might be surprised to learn that exercise is part of almost every treatment plan for lower back pain. Movement is key to the long-term relief of back pain. The good news is that there is such a variety of exercise and fitness options that many people are able to find something that is enjoyable and effective. Here is a rundown of how exercise can benefit your back health and reduce pain.

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  • Pain Management: Rotator Cuff Syndrome

    Pain Management: Rotator Cuff Syndrome

    Treatment for Shoulder Pain - If you are experiencing shoulder pain or stiffness, the most likely culprit is the rotator cuff. This is the most common cause of shoulder injuries for adults. While many aches and pains are more common for athletes, rotator cuff injuries are known for impacting people from all walks of life. You never realize just how much you use your shoulders on a day-to-day basis until one of them starts hurting. Rotator cuff syndrome can seriously impact your life and possibly prevent you from doing your job. Take the time to get it fixed now before it gets worse.

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