3 Common Myths About Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Some estimates suggest that more than 90 percent of people will deal with back pain at some point in their life, so it’s really no surprise that most people are willing to offer up their two cents when it comes to dealing with and treating back pain. The problem, though, is that not all of […]
Naproxen Alone May Best to Treat Low Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Taking only naproxen may be the best way to treat certain types of lower back pain, according to a new double-blind study. According to researchers, among patients with acute, nontraumatic, nonradicular lower back pain (LBP) who visited the emergency department, those who added Percocet or oxycodone/acetaminophen to their daily dosage did not experience improvements in […]
Tension Myositis Syndrome & Pain Caused by Emotional Stress
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Tension myositis syndrome, also defined as tension myoneural syndrome, is classified as pain that is being caused by psychogenic musculoskeletal and nerve issues. In essence, TMS is pain, oftentimes located in the back, is caused by emotional stress instead of a physical injury. TMS is a somewhat controversial topic in the medical community. Many doctors […]
3 Common Spinal Curvature Disorders
Category: Scoliosis | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Your spine is comprised of a collection of small vertebrae and spinal discs. A healthy backbone has some gentle curves to it, and this curvature actually helps the spine absorb stress. The curvature acts as a cushion for shock and stress, similar to how you bend your knees when you land from a jump. This […]
4 Tips for Managing Cervical Disc Pain At Home
Category: Back Pain, Neck Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Cervical pain can be a literal pain in the neck. We specialize in cervical fusion procedures that can offer disc pain relief, but oftentimes surgery isn’t the first option. Our goal is to help correct your pain, whether that’s through an operation or non-invasive techniques. Today, we’re going to share some tips for managing your […]
The Diagnosis & Treatment of Scheuermann’s Disease
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Scheuermann’s disease, also known as Scheuermann’s kyphosis, is a condition where the vertebrae in your back grow unevenly with respect to your sagittal plane. The normal curvature of your spine ranges anywhere between 20 and 50 degrees, but those who are affected by Scheuermann’s disease have an even greater curvature. People with a spine curvature […]
4 Ways to Reduce Back Pain on a Road Trip
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
Winter is coming, but there are still a few gorgeous fall weekends left on the calendar, which means there’s still time to squeeze in one last road trip with friends and family. Road trips can be a lot of fun, but for those who deal with chronic back pain, the thought of staying seated […]
Rest & Exercise Key to Combating Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi
90 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives, either from an acute injury, an overworked spine or from natural degeneration. Back pain can be debilitating, and many people try to work through the pain, but new research says that might not be the wisest decision. Instead, patience and gradual […]
