The Sacroiliac Joint has been known to be an under-recognized cause of back pain. Between 14-22% of patients have chronic lower back pain, which can be derived from the SI Joint. Read the article below to learn more about the SI Joint and what advancements Prairie Spine has made to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment… Continue Reading Sacroiliac Joint Pain, an Under-Recognized Cause of Back Pain
Natural remedies may not be effective for everyone and Prairie Spine will help develop a care plan best for each individual patient. The content of this post is not intended to substitute professional medical advice or treatment. Before trying any new treatment alternatives, check with your doctor to see if any of these options would… Continue Reading 12 Natural Ways to Relieve Pain
At Prairie Spine and Pain Institute, our team will work to provide you with a comprehensive evaluation and an outcome that improves your quality of life. Physician Assistant Andrew Kitterman gives patients the following tips to avoid back pain. Low back pain is a common workplace health problem and one of the most common causes… Continue Reading Tips for Avoiding Back Pain
We recently discussed developing healthy lifestyle habits to reduce the risk of injury, minimize back pain, and prevent its recurrence. Sometimes preventing or easing back pain is as simple as wearing the right shoes, particularly if you spend a lot of time standing or walking. Shoes with high heels and uneven wear, for example, can throw off… Continue Reading Buying Walking Shoes That Fit
Last week, we looked at the different types of imaging that physicians use to diagnose spine health issues. This week, Physician Assistant Andrew C. Kitterman, at the Prairie Spine and Pain Institute tells patients how best to prepare for an MRI. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI for short, is a diagnostic imaging study that uses… Continue Reading How to Prepare for an MRI