Why Spine Specialist Are Wary Of High-Dose Opioids As A First Line Of Treatment
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 11, 2026
Spine pain can be incredibly debilitating, and both patient and doctor have a strong desire to work to find a solution. High-dose opioids can be effective at masking strong pain sensations, but there are a number of reasons why many spine specialists are leery to offer them after an initial consultation or as a first […]
Is Your Low Back Pain Tied To Pelvic Floor Issues?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 10, 2026
A number of bodily systems help support your spine, and when one of these systems isn’t functioning correctly, it can lead to the onset of back pain. One such system is your pelvic floor. Your pelvic floor muscles are the muscles that support your bladder, uterus, bowels and pelvis, but they also perform other essential […]
4 Daily Bad Habits That Contribute To Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 3, 2026
In “Bad Habits,” Ed Sheeran sings how his poor choices always lead him back to his femme fatale, noting that his “bad habits lead to you.” Of course, bad habits can lead to plenty of other things, and in our line of work, we oftentimes have to help patients get their spine health back on […]
Could A Vitamin Deficiency Be To Blame For Your Back Pain?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: November 2, 2026
Your diet plays a key role in the health of your spine and your entire body, and if you’re not feeding your spine the nutrients it needs to thrive, don’t be surprised if pain or related symptoms develop. Your spine is made up of a complex system of bones, soft tissues and nerves, and they […]
5 Scary Facts About Back Pain In The US
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 28, 2026
While Trick or Treaters or a scary movie can send chills down your spine, if you actually take some time to look at the landscape of back pain in America, you may also be scared by what you learn. We don’t want you to live in fear of back pain, but at the same time, […]
What Does A Herniated Disc Feel Like?
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 26, 2026
Spine pain is one of the most common places for discomfort to develop, and in some instances your new symptoms are caused by a herniated disc. But what is a herniated disc, and are the symptoms you’re experiencing suggesting that you may have suffered a disc herniation? We take a closer look at what a […]
5 Times When A Back Problem Isn’t The Cause Of Your Spine Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 20, 2026
When pain develops in an area of the body, you typically assume that the source of the pain also rests in that location. For example, a bruise is an indication of trauma to that area of the body, and a fractured finger is the source of pain in the finger region. However, the problem isn’t […]
Shoe-Based Tips For Preventing Running-Related Back Pain
Category: Back Pain | Author: Stefano Sinicropi | Date: October 6, 2026
Our feet aren’t the only part of our body that feels the impact of a run. While the impact may be first noticed on your foot, that’s not the only place stress is channeled, and it’s not uncommon for runners to begin to develop dull or chronic back pain as a result of their running […]
