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When Should I Consider Back Surgery?

Surgery is no walk in the park, and it is often saved as a last-resort treatment for good reason. When it comes to back surgery, you can expect a hospital stay and a long recovery ahead. There are also risks associated with surgery, such as infection, procedure failure, and other complications. That is why it… 

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Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Sciatica Pain

Sciatica isn’t always painful, but it can be debilitating. It may prevent you from standing or sitting for long periods and make it difficult to perform everyday tasks. Fortunately, many effective treatments are available for you, and the best part is that you can opt for non-surgical treatment if your sciatica pain is mild. Let’s… 

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Back Surgery: The Timeline and Dos and Don’ts

Back pain is very common, but surgery is rarely necessary to relieve it. Most cases resolve on their own or with non-surgical treatments, such as physical therapy, medications, and massage. Doctors usually resort to surgery only if necessary to relieve chronic pain. Learn more about back pain, the general timeline when pursuing back surgery, and… 

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What Can Steroid Injections Help Treat?

Steroid injections are a common form of treatment in orthopedics. Many people misunderstand steroid injections to mean the steroids used by athletes to cheat. The truth is, they are not the same. Some steroids can be very helpful in alleviating symptoms of a variety of conditions. Read on to learn more about steroid injection therapy… 

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What To Expect After Back Surgery

You may be wondering what to do after back surgery. Most people have tons of questions about the recovery process. The best way to answer these questions is through research and communication with your surgeon. Recovery is a long process, and the things patients must do to recover can vary from person to person. This… 

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How To Prevent Back Pain From Sitting All Day

Many of us are guilty of sitting around most of the time, whether we’re working or relaxing. However, cozy up in the same position for too long, and you’re bound to suffer from a stiff neck, tight shoulders, and back pain. Read on to find out how sitting for long periods can harm your body… 

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Can Steroid Injections Help Back Pain for Runners?

We commonly think of injuries to legs, hips, knees, and feet as “running injuries” and consider back pain, not a running injury, per se, but a nuisance that interferes with our running. However, back pain can often come quickly after bending or lifting the wrong way or running too far before warming up. For instance,… 

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Nonsurgical Treatment Options for Herniated Discs

A herniated disc is one of the most common culprits of pain in your neck and back. This is also known as a slipped disc or ruptured disc. Spinal discs are the relatively soft, rubbery pads between the bones (vertebrae) of your spine. These discs contain a gel-like substance in the center that gives the… 

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Causes and Symptoms of Sciatica

Sciatica affects as much as 40% of the American population at some point during their lifetime. This is a compression injury to the sciatic nerve, which is the body’s longest and largest nerve – running from the bottom of the spine down the buttocks and along the backs of both legs and to the toes…. 

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Physical Therapy as a Treatment Option for Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is an increasingly common complaint. After all, the lower part of the back only has five vertebrae – fewer than the neck and mid-back region – to carry the weight of your upper body. Over time, the repeated movement and stress can cause the inner structures to wear down, making them vulnerable… 

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