If you have back pain that is interfering with your quality of life, an orthopedist is your best bet in alleviating the pain on a long-term basis. Whereas oral medications can provide temporary pain relief, injection treatment that is administered by a physician can subdue the pain for weeks or even months at a time….
Back Pain
What to Expect from Scoliosis Treatments
Scoliosis is a complex disorder in which the spine forms an unusual curve, often in a somewhat “S” shape or a “C” shape. It can occur in both children and adults, but it is usually discovered in childhood. Classic scoliosis characteristics and symptoms include the following: Curved spine Uneven shoulders, hips, and/or waist Back…
Treatments For Chronic Spinal Pain
Most of us experience episodes of back pain at some point in our lives, but often, these spells are temporary and go away without the need for treatment. If you suffer from chronic back pain – pain that persists over a long period of time – it could result from a serious spinal condition and…
What Causes Back Pain?
Almost everyone will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Although it could occur anywhere in your back, it will most likely affect the lower back. Back pain can be acute, stemming from a fall or minor injury and be short-lived, or chronic, caused by a serious injury or condition and lasting for…