Symptoms Of Spinal Soft Tissue Injuries
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 15, 2017
Your back is a complex area, and an injury can affect many different parts of your spine. You’ve got your vertebrae, your spinal cord, and the soft tissues that are essential to your spine’s integrity. But what exactly are these soft tissues, and what symptoms arise when an injury develops in one of these soft […]
How To Fix Back Pain Without Surgery
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 13, 2017
When it comes to recovering from an injury, the majority of people would rather have it heal with conservative care compared to a surgical operation. While that’s not always the case, in most instances your surgeon will try some non-surgical approaches before moving forward with an operation (except in obvious cases where surgery would be […]
Treating Back Pain on the Lower Left Side
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 12, 2017
Back pain can be caused by thousands of different problems, but a doctor can make some educated guesses as to what might be causing your pain based on a description of your symptoms and learning about where your pain is located. Today, we’re going to explain some conditions you might be dealing with if you […]
Paget’s Disease of the Spine Explained
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 8, 2017
If you haven’t heard of Paget’s disease, you’re not alone, which is kind of surprising considering it is the second most common bone disorder in the United States behind osteoporosis. The condition occurs when the cells in your body don’t function properly, which leads to deformed, enlarged or fragile bones. Unfortunately, your spinal vertebra are […]
The Link Between Back Pain & Breast Cancer
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 6, 2017
Most people are aware of some of the more common symptoms of breast cancer, but did you know that the condition sometimes presents symptoms in your spine? Today, we take a closer look at the link between spine pain and the development of breast cancer. The Sacrum Bone and Breast Cancer Late last week it […]
The Benefits Of Exercise Balls For Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 5, 2017
Exercise balls aren’t as popular as they used to be, but they can still be beneficial for your aching back. Aside from helping contour your spine to the correct position, an exercise ball can also help you strengthen keys muscles in your core which support your back. Today, we take a closer look at why […]
5 Ways to Care for Your Surgical Site After Back Surgery
Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: June 2, 2017
The spine surgeon’s job may be done after you’ve been discharged from the medical center, but your rehab is just beginning. When it comes to ensuring your rehab stays on schedule, one of the most important things you can do is practice proper wound care strategies. Below, we share five tips for preventing problems with […]
The Differences Between a Bulging Disc & a Herniated Disc
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: May 31, 2017
As we get older, our spinal discs become more prone to movement or shifting. It’s not unnatural for them to become more flexible, but if they shift too far, they can compress nerves and cause pain. When these discs shift, it can lead to a bulging or herniated disc. However, sometimes these terms are used […]
