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Spondylosis is arthritis that affects the spine. It is sometimes called spinal osteoarthritis. Spondylosis is a degenerative spinal disorder that commonly develops in people over age 40. It can affect any region of the spine—the cervical region (neck), thoracic region (mid-back), or lumbar region (low back). What Causes Spondylosis? Generally, growing older causes spondylosis. Throughout… Continue Reading Common Spondylosis Questions
Back pain can be triggered by a number of things including a car accident, sports injuries, and lifting heavy objects every day. But have you ever considered things you do on a regular basis that increase your back pain? Do you ever wonder how your back pain begins? Read a few of the surprising reasons… Continue Reading Surprising Reasons You’re in Pain
Having back pain at work is fairly common. But there are ways to adjust your work space and how you work to help alleviate the problem. People whose jobs involve a lot of physical activity are perceived to be at great risk for having back problems at work. But the pressure on your lower back… Continue Reading Taking Care of Your Back at Work
A common myth about back pain is that you need to rest and avoid activity for a long time. In fact, bed rest is NOT recommended. If you have no sign of a serious cause for your back pain (such as loss of bowel or bladder control, weakness, weight loss, or fever), then you should… Continue Reading Taking Care of Your Back at Home
Good nutrition is really an important part of your overall health including the health of your back. Back pain can be reduced by providing proper nutrition. Those of us who consume too many calories and eat relatively unhealthy foods are more than likely a bit heavier than we should be. Common sense should tell us… Continue Reading Nutrition and Back Pain