February And Your Spine
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: February 1, 2021
January is in the books, and that means our calendars are now turning to February. This means it’s time for another installment of our monthly look at how each month of the year can challenge your spine. We’ve already examined how August, September, October, November, December and January can be tough on your spine, and […]
5 Non-Surgical Treatment Options For Lumbar Facet Arthritis
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 28, 2021
Estimates suggest that anywhere between 40 and 85 percent of Americans will experience some form of lumbar facet arthritis at some point in their life. Symptoms of the condition can range from barely noticeable to majorly debilitating, but no matter your severity, treatment is important for helping to prevent the condition from worsening and making […]
4 Signs Your Back Pain Stems From Spinal Arthritis
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 25, 2021
Back pain comes in all different forms and levels of discomfort, and oftentimes it can be difficult to figure out what’s going on in your spine unless you get an official diagnosis from a specialist. However, there are signs and symptoms to look for that can give you an indication as to what type of […]
Virtual Reality Could Help Reduce Surgical Errors
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 21, 2021
Virtual reality is making waves in the gaming community, but it’s also proving useful in other arenas, like in healthcare. According to research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, surgical residents who use virtual reality technology as part of their education and training may be less likely to commit errors during surgery. […]
How New Dads Can Prevent Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 18, 2021
On our blog, we’ve talked a lot about how expecting mothers and new mothers can work to prevent and treat back pain, but there’s one group that we haven’t talked much about until now – new dads! Welcoming a child to your family is a blessing, but it can also be physically daunting for your […]
How To Care For Your Spine Health In The Winter
Category: Spine | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 14, 2021
The cold months in Minnesota can leave you wanting to curl up with a blanket next to a roaring fire until the spring thaw, but being less active because of the cold, dark Minnesota winter can cause problems for your spine. On the flip side, if you embrace the cold and partake in seasonal activities […]
Most Patients Prefer In-Person Spinal Appointments Unless This One Factor is Present
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 11, 2021
The pandemic has forced many medical practices to adapt in order to continue seeing patients and providing consultations. It’s not an ideal situation, but it’s better than the alternative of forcing patients to wait weeks or months to be able to safely see a specialist in person. The majority of doctors and patients prefer in-person […]
Why Is Exercise So Beneficial For Back Pain?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: January 7, 2021
If you’re a regular reader of our blog or have been looking online for answers to your back pain problem, you probably keep coming back to one common treatment recommendation – exercise. It’s very possible that exercise could be exactly what you need to help calm your irritation and let you live a more rewarding […]
