Annular tears are the root of spine pain for many patients, starting with simple back pain and leading to disc herniations, bulges, degeneration, and dehydration.
MRI is considered the best way to diagnose a person for degenerative disc disease, but MRI can’t reveal the underlying cause of disc degeneration.
Spinal fusion and artificial disc replacement are now two of the most common surgical options for patients with severe back pain. Although artificial disc replacement only gained FDA approval in the early 2000s, it has quickly gained popularity. However, the question is, what’s the real difference between these procedures?
Chiropractic Manipulation Is A Very Common Treatment For Chronic Neck And Back Pain Because It Is Also Commonly Believed That This Treatment Can Alleviate Chronic Pain. It’s Also One Of The Most Common Health Procedures For Both Adults And Children, According To A 2012 National Health Interview Survey.3 However, Popularity Doesn’t Mean That Treatment Is Actually Effective. So Is Chiropractic Manipulation Really Effective?
More and more people are now required to work from home, but not everyone has a proper home workspace that is set up for optimal comfort and efficiency when working for eight hours a day. It’s important to learn how your workspace should be set up in order to avoid improper posture that may lead to acute back and neck pain or cause long term spine issues.
It’s easy to end up hurting your back when you’re exercising at home. Here are some tips to help keep you and your back in good shape.
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