Typically, surgery is the last step in the process of getting you back to doing what you love if all else fails. Before surgery is suggested we recommend physical therapy, injections, and other non-surgical methods of relieving pain. If all…
Stress fractures in the spine are commonly known to be diagnosed as spondylolysis when it worsens. This is when a crack or fracture forms, due to repetitive training, extension, or rotation. You see these types of spinal injuries more often…
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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