When people experience back or neck pain, they may not immediately think about bone spurs as a possible cause. Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are small bony growths that can develop along the edges of bones, including the vertebrae…
Facet joints are the connections in your spine that stabilize each of the vertebra, and they allow your spine to bend and twist. They are covered in cartilage and filled with fluids, like your knees and shoulder joints. This is…
Why do biomechanical evaluations matter? They matter because, to start your recovery process, our team needs to understand the mechanical issues that may be affecting your joints, muscles, ligaments, and overall movement. Pain is not always caused by the area…
Have you ever wondered or thought, what is a lumbar laminectomy? A lumbar laminectomy is a surgical procedure that removes part of the back portion of a vertebra called the lamina. Removing this portion of the vertebra helps widen the…
Are you waking up with back pain? Sleeping and poor sleeping habits is the main cause of major back pain in the morning and misalignment of the spine. Everyone sleeps in different ways, but there are certain positions that are…
Many people who experience back pain notice that they get relief from sitting down, leaning forward, or changing their position. But why does leaning sometimes feel better? The answer can depend on what is causing your back pain. For some…
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Did you know that low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide? More than 600 million people around the world experience low back pain, making it one of the most common health conditions people deal with. Low back…
Could your back be the cause of your hip pain? Back pain and hip pain can often be confusing because the nerves traveling from your lower back can cause symptoms to be felt in different areas of the body. In…
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