3 Reasons Why Your Spine Is Stiff
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Stiffness is your spine is rather common, especially as we age. It can range from mildly annoying to very problematic, but thankfully there are a number of things you can do to help alleviate back stiffness on your own. Today, we take a closer look at three reasons why you’re suffering from spine stiffness, and […]
Tattoo Artists And Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
When we think of jobs that are taxing on the spine, you probably imagine a construction worker or a nurse who needs to be on her feet for hours on end. While both of those industries have higher rates of back pain, new research from Ohio State University revealed that tattoo artists also suffer from […]
5 Steps To Take Before Spine Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Patients are always asking what they can do before spine surgery to ensure their operation is successful. Asking questions is a great start, and while the success of an operation is never guaranteed, there are some steps you can take prior to your operation that can make it more likely that you’re achieve the intended […]
Why Does My Back Hurt After Running?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Running is a great way to stay in shape and strengthen muscles throughout your body, but it also takes its toll. If you’re like most people, odds are your legs are a little sore after a run, but some people also develop back pain after their run. Today, we take a closer look at why […]
Spinal Injections 101: Ultrasound Guided Spinal Injections
Category: Injections | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
When it comes to injections, it’s imperative that the surgeon releases the fluid in the correct area of your body. If they are off by a couple of centimeters, the injection will not have the intended effect, and it could negatively affect other structures. To ensure the surgeon is in the correct area, medical centers […]
Dislocated Spine Injuries in Minnesota
Category: Spinal Cord Injury | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
According to a recent analysis of health insurance claims, Minnesotans suffer a disproportionate number of spine dislocations. A spine dislocation wasn’t the most common reason Minnesotans visited a medical facility in the last few years – that honor went to “cuts and bruises” – but the data shows that spine dislocation is the most disproportionate […]
3 Myths About Sports-Related Spine Injuries
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Outside of automobile accidents, sports are one of the most common ways a person injures their spinal cord. Even though a number of people suffer spine injuries during athletic competition each year, there are still some misconceptions out there about these types of injuries. In this blog, we’re going to try and dispel three of […]
ACP Issues New Guidelines For Treating Back Pain
Category: Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
The American College of Physicians have issued new recommendations for treating spine pain. According to the group, patients with spine pain should try their hand at some active and passive conservative care options before turning to opioids for their pain. These recommendations are in line with a national push to move away from a reliance […]
