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Repetitive Strain Injuries of the Spine

Category: Spinal Cord Injury, Spine Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Back injuries generally occur in one of two ways. Acute injuries occur in situations like car crashes and athletic activity, but oftentimes most people end up in the doctor’s office because they overstressed their spine through everyday activities. This type of injury is classified as a Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI). Today, we take a closer […]

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Are Massages Beneficial For Spine Pain?

Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Were you lucky enough to get a gift certificate for a massage from your significant other or a secret admirer this Valentine’s Day? Massages can be a great source of relaxation and stress relief, but they can also be beneficial if you are dealing with spine pain. Today, we take a closer look at why […]

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What To Expect During a Spine Exam

Category: Procedures, Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

If you’ve suffered an acute spine injury or just noticed that your back has begun to hurt more frequently, you should consider making an appointment with a certified spine specialist. Considering that more than 90 percent of Americans will experience back pain at some stage in their life, odds are you’ll end up in front […]

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Balance Problems After Spine Surgery

Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Surgery takes a toll on your body, and everyone responds a little different to an operation. When the surgery occurs in an intricate location like your spine or spinal canal, sometimes signals in your body can get crisscrossed during the recovery process. In rare instances, some people report having minor to mild balance issues in […]

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5 Spine Surgery Complications & Prevention Tips

Category: Spine Surgery | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Spine surgery is a delicate and intricate process that requires a skilled team of surgeons focused on every aspect of your care. As with any operation, complications are possible, but modern medicine is doing a better job of preventing these complications from arising. Today, we take a look at some of the more common complications […]

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Depression Linked to Increased Likelihood of Back Pain

Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

New findings out of Australia suggest that individuals with depression are 60 percent more likely than the general population to develop low back pain during their lifetime. Researchers believe this is the first study that suggests depression itself may actually trigger the onset of back pain rather than an acute injury. For their study, researchers […]

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The Benefits of Kinesio Taping the Spine

Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Kinesio tape, or “K tape” as it’s more commonly referred to in the medical world, is a treatment device that was developed in the 1970’s as a new way to kickstart the body’s natural healing process. Oftentimes used during or after athletic activity, K tape is an elastic type of tape that mimics the thickness […]

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4 Spine Conditions That Impact Dancers

Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi

Whether you’re a professional on Broadway or cheering on the local high school team on the Poms Squad, dancers have to be very flexible throughout their entire routine. While all that twisting, turning and bending is impressive, it also takes a heavy toll on your spine. Today, we’re going to take a look at some […]

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