Tension Myositis Syndrome & Pain Caused by Emotional Stress
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 4, 2015
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 | Date: November 3, 2015
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 | Date: October 29, 2015
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 | Date: October 28, 2015
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 | Date: October 27, 2015
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 | Date: October 26, 2015
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 […]
What is Causing My Back Numbness?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 23, 2015
Many people complain of aches or shooting pains in their backs, but another condition that affects millions of people is sporadic back numbness. For some, the sensation in their back seems to come and go, and others experience numbness for hours on end. In the medical world, numbness and tingling sensations on the skin is […]
Tarlov Cysts & Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 22, 2015
A Tarlov cyst is a fluid-filled nerve root sac often found along the vertebrae at the base of the spine. Oftentimes they occur along the posterior nerve root, and they are somewhat common. About 5 to 10 percent of the general population have small, asymptomatic Tarlov cysts in their lower back. Larger, pain-inducing cysts are […]
