Car Travel Difficult Because Of Spine Pain? We’ve Got Your Back
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 13, 2026
Although the act of sitting behind the wheel of a vehicle or riding as a passenger isn’t viewed as a very physical activity, being forced to remain in a seated position for an extended period of time can take a toll on your spine. In fact, many patients say that they dread traveling long distances […]
Electric Bike Accidents Are A Growing Cause Of Spine Injuries
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 12, 2026
Electric bicycles can provide you with the enjoyment of cycling outdoors without all the effort required to propel yourself around the city on a standard bike, but these devices are also sending more people to the emergency department with spine injuries than ever before. It’s not just electric bikes, either. Doctors say that electric scooters […]
The 4 Factors That Explain Why Acute Back Pain Becomes Chronic
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 11, 2026
An acute back injury is annoying enough on its own, but if you never fully recover and symptoms linger, chronic back pain can become an even more troublesome issue. Researchers are constantly working to learn more about why acute back pain becomes chronic, and they’ve identified four factors that can be predictive as to whether […]
The Real Reason Back Pain Is So Exhausting
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 6, 2026
All injuries are annoying, but some injuries are more than just painful – they are physically, mentally and emotionally draining. Oftentimes we talk with patients who describe their back pain in this way. If it was only physical discomfort, they could find a way to overcome it easily enough, but it’s the exhausting nature of […]
Why It’s So Important To Keep Moving If You Have Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 5, 2026
When we suffer an injury or pain develops, one of our first instincts is to tone down the activity and attempt to protect the area from additional stress. This is a wonderful instinct that can limit trauma on a damaged area of the body, but far too often people allow rest and inactivity to become […]
4 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Choosing Back Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 4, 2026
Spine surgery is a major undertaking that carries some risks, so most people really take some time to ponder whether it is the right choice for them. And while you don’t have a crystal ball that can guarantee that the procedure will be worth it, we’re confident that if you ask yourself a few pointed […]
How Long Can I Take Over-The-Counter Pain Relievers For Back Pain?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 29, 2026
If you’ve noticed that back discomfort has become more common these days, you might just shrug it off by reaching for an Advil or an Aleve in the morning. These over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications can do wonders for managing small aches and pains that are rooted in swelling and inflammation, but should you just accept that […]
How To Protect Your Spine From Prolonged Sitting
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: April 28, 2026
Movement is key to keeping your spine strong and healthy as you age, but for a large portion of Americans, they are confined to a desk or similar limited-movement role at their job for 40 hours a week or more. Prolonged sitting can greatly increase your risk of different spinal issues, but you can reduce […]
