You’ve tried stretching your back, resting, medicating, and nothing seems to keep your back pain away. Maybe it’s because your back isn’t your real problem. Sure, that’s where you feel the pain, but the source of the pain may be somewhere else. In some cases, back pain actually originates in the hips, and finding a long-term solution often means treating the pain at its source,
Our backs are a central part of almost all our movement, and it can be easy to turn, twist, or bend in a way that causes pain. When this happens, it’s reasonable to think that maybe your back isn’t strong or flexible enough, but often the core is the real key. Building a strong core can help to protect your back,
Back pain and injuries are among the most common reasons for doctor and hospital visits. Back pain is also a common reason for missed work and lost wages. In short, it can be a real problem. Not all back pain is the same, however, and understanding the differences can play a role in how effectively you treat it.
Lower back pain is one of the most frustrating and debilitating types of pain a person can experience. It also turns out to be one of the most common, especially as modern lifestyles involve more sitting and less movement. This prolonged sitting, along with poor posture and general muscle weakness can contribute to stiffness and pain in the lower back.
If you’ve ever woken up with a stiff back or suddenly tweaked your back lifting something simple, you’re not alone. Back pain is more common than most people think. Most American adults report that they have experienced back in their lives. In fact, a national health survey revealed that 39% of adults aged 18 and over experienced back pain within the previous three months1.
If you sit down for long periods of time, for work or simply to enjoy a good road trip, the open road can be a chance to catch up on your favorite podcast or listen to your favorite songs. If you suffer from back pain, however, the thought of sitting down for long periods of time can be uncomfortable- especially if you’re driving.
By: Dr. Dean Lombardo, DC
About 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given time. Worldwide, back pain is the single leading cause of disability, preventing many people from engaging in work as well as other everyday activities.
Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work.
Ever feel like you have a monkey on your back? This could be due to a stressor in your life. On the other hand, your disgruntlement could literally be upper back pain!
While upper back pain may not be as common as low back or neck pain, it’s a source of constant irritation for some.
One of the best parts of summer is heading to the pool to cool off! The pool is a Godsend particularly for those with degenerative disc pain. Although the reasons behind the reduced pain are unclear and up for debate—the important nugget of information here—is that sufferers feel that sense of relief as soon as their bodies glide effortlessly through the water.
Gardening for many, has up until recently, been an idea cast away on a list of hobbies to pursue one day when we have more time. Well, for many, that time is now. With the time off from jobs, school, and sports activities, there’s no time like the present to test out that green thumb and grow some of our own summer veggies.