This winter, take the right steps to avoid back pain when snow shoveling. It may seem like an easy task, but using the wrong equipment or wearing insufficient outerwear can lead to back pain and strain. Continue reading to learn more. Depending on where you live, the first few snowflakes may have started to fall… Continue Reading Tips for Snow Shoveling: How to Avoid Back Pain
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Knowing the difference between a headache and a migraine can be crucial when determining a treatment plan. Here are seven signs your headache might be a migraine. Headaches and migraines sometimes seem similar, but there are notable differences between the two. 1. You experience throbbing head pain. A migraine usually causes throbbing pain on one… Continue Reading 7 Signs Your Headache Might Be a Migraine
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Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and we have a lot to be thankful for! This week, we show our sincere appreciation to all of our patients, friends, and families that make our business possible. In observance of the holiday, we will be closed on Thursday, November 24th to allow our staff to spend this day of… Continue Reading Happy Thanksgiving from Prairie Spine!
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Whether you’re traveling for the holidays or just for fun, you should know how to protect your back from the strains of travel. Continue reading to learn more about ways to protect your back while traveling. Staying seated for prolonged periods, such as on a plane or long car trip, keeps the spine in a… Continue Reading How to Protect the Back While Traveling
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Knowing the type of back pain you have can be crucial when determining a treatment plan. Here are three types of back pain that may benefit from physical therapy. Most lower back conditions, unless considered a medical emergency, may benefit from some form of physical therapy and exercise. The underlying cause of back pain dictates… Continue Reading Types of Back Pain That May Benefit From Physical Therapy
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