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The Stages of Chiropractic Care

24th September 2009
There are a number stages of chiropractic care that are followed in order to ensure that the patient receives the proper treatment sufficient to cure the problem, rather than simply deal with the symptoms or effect temporary relief. Chiropractics is a ... Read >
Author: Margaret

Think Twice About Going To The Emergency Room For Back Pain

22nd September 2009
With low back pain being the number reason why millions of Americans miss work, you would think hospitals around the country would be more compassionate with people who suffer from chronic low back pain. Being a chronic pain sufferer myself who suffers f... Read >
Author: wbdoyle

Medical Conditions Suitable for Chiropractic Treatment

22nd September 2009
There are several medical conditions that are suitable for chiropractic treatment, not just back pain and slipped or herniated discs. In fact, some, such as allergies, would not normally be associated with chiropractics, yet many conditions that involve ... Read >
Author: Margaret

IDD Therapy in Atlanta and Other Treatments for Back Pain

19th September 2009
IDD Therapy in Atlanta is used predominantly for treating bulging and herniated discs in the lumbar and cervical regions of the spine. At one time known as slipped discs, the term is very misleading since the disc has not slipped, being firmly attached t... Read >
Author: Margaret

IDD Therapy in Atlanta and How it Works

17th September 2009
IDD Therapy in Atlanta is a treatment designed to help people suffering from lower back and neck pain caused by deficiencies in the ability of the discs and facet joints to maintain a smooth pain-free movement of the vertebrae between each other. Each... Read >
Author: Margaret

Atlanta Pain Management Using Chiropractics

16th September 2009
Assuming that the type of pain involved is suitable for it, Atlanta pain management can be achieved by using chiropractics. Although Georgia chiropractors in general are qualified to use the techniques available to them in the management of pain, for Atl... Read >
Author: Margaret

Help for Back Pain - Look for Other Options if Treatments Don't Work

10th September 2009
If you are suffering from back pain caused by simple muscle strains, your pain may be due to simple muscle spasms. If treated properly and with the right medication, the muscle strain causing you discomfort can be treated in just a few weeks. However, ... Read >
Author: Alvin Hopkinson

Help for Back Pain - Look for Other Options if Treatments Don't Work

10th September 2009
If you are suffering from back pain caused by simple muscle strains, your pain may be due to simple muscle spasms. If treated properly and with the right medication, the muscle strain causing you discomfort can be treated in just a few weeks. However, ... Read >
Author: Alvin Hopkinson

Back Pain – Causes and Treatment

31st August 2009
There is an array of causes of back pain. The most common cause for back pain is from lifting improperly or too heavy of items. However, stretching or trying to reach for something can also cause severe back pain. Traumatic injury to the back from an acci... Read >
Author: petersonbran

Back Pain – Causes and Treatment

31st August 2009
There is an array of causes of back pain. The most common cause for back pain is from lifting improperly or too heavy of items. However, stretching or trying to reach for something can also cause severe back pain. Traumatic injury to the back from an acci... Read >
Author: petersonbran

How Spinal Decompression Therapy Can Help Back Pain

10th August 2009
If you have back pain then you may think about trying non-surgical spinal decompression therapy. It has provided many people with relief since it was first introduced. Over the years, people have tried to alleviate back pain with different therapies inclu... Read >
Author: R. Pruitt, DC, DACNB

Lower Back Pain - Find Lower Back Pain Relief Fast.

31st July 2009
Lower back pain may be caused by a myriad of factors, but the two most prevalent reasons are: 1. General Causes - Non specific - example: a muscle strain or an injury 2. Specific causes - Diagnosable Medical Conditions - - example: Herniated di... Read >
Author: Noel D'Costa

Exercise for sciatica, the ultimate guide to sciatica problems

23rd July 2009
My guide to exercise for sciatica Normal back pains can sometimes be considered as normal in doing work and household chores and they are even considered part of the work experience. These different kinds of pains of the back can be derived from carryi... Read >
Author: Matthew Miles

Sciatica Natural Treatment

19th July 2009
If you observe someone who is dealing with sciatica, you may feel somewhat helpless as the pain just will not go away for someone who is experiencing the painful sciatica nerve condition. If you are experiencing the agonizing pain that runs down your l... Read >
Author: Cecilia

Why is core strength exercising good for back pain?

09th July 2009
“The key to a strong back is a strong core”. You’ve probably heard this before. In fact, you may have heard it so much that you know it to be true. But to really believe it to be true you need to understand why. There are many different causes of... Read >
Author: nra244

Acupuncture and Back Pain

18th June 2009
Acupuncture is originally a Chinese practice of inserting fine needles through the skin at specific points especially to cure disease or relieve pain. The intention of this method is to promote health and give relief from sufferings. It is a strange and m... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson

The Causes of Back and Neck Pain and Chiropractic Treatment

13th June 2009
My Chiropractic Office in San Diego California is like many across the United States. While chiropractic care helps many different conditions, it is often viewed as treatment for back pain and neck pain. Determining the specific causes of neck pain and ... Read >
Author: Dr. Jones

Spinal Decompression - Bulging Disc Treatment

12th June 2009
Bulging discs are commonly seen in the lower back, most often as we advance in age. Pain is not an associated side-effect unless the bulging disc becomes a fully herniated disc and places excessive pressure on a nerve. Spinal decompression has been found ... Read >
Author: Adam F

Why Back Surgery Usually Fails

10th June 2009
In traditional medicine, back pain is often treated by surgery. And it often doesn't work. So often, in fact, that back pain surgery is the only category of surgery that actually has a clinical term for failure: Failed Back Surgery Syndrome. If you as... Read >
Author: hefferon

What are the Pain Conditions that can be Treated by a Singapore Physiotherapist?

20th May 2009
What are the Pain Conditions that can be Treated by a Singapore Physiotherapist? Physiotherapy, also known as physical therapy, offers another pain treatment option besides medication and surgery. Below is a list of common musculoskeletal and orthope... Read >
Author: gabriellee

Common Causes of Neck Pain and Back Pain

18th May 2009
My Chiropractic Office in San Diego California is like many across the United States. While chiropractic care helps many different conditions, it is often viewed as treatment for back pain and neck pain. When dealing with back and neck pain, it is impo... Read >
Author: Dr. Jones

Herniated Disc Pain

18th May 2009
The spine is made up of three main parts: the spinal column (bones and discs), neural elements (the spinal cord and nerve roots), and supporting structures (muscles and ligaments). Starting in the mid to late twenties, spine wear and tear starts to develo... Read >
Author: DirectTM

Conservative Treatments for a Herniated Disc in Jacksonville FL

08th May 2009
If you are suffering from a herniated disc you may be wondering what courses of treatment are available to you. The fact is that there are a number of different conservative treatments available for the treatment of a herniated disc. In the end, the vas... Read >
Author: painmanagement

Causes of a Herniated Disc – Treatment of Herniated Disc in Florida

08th May 2009
You likely have heard of a herniated disc. Moreover, you generally are aware that a herniated disc can be quite painful. Therefore, the best course of action that you can – and need – to take is to avoid a herniated disc in the first instance. Thro... Read >
Author: painmanagement

A Review of the Variations of the Herniated Disc – Jacksonville FL

07th May 2009
Many people do not have a complete appreciation of what a herniated disc is all about. Therefore, through this article you are provided some basic information about the herniated disc, including where along the spinal column a herniated disc can occur. ... Read >
Author: painmanagement

Karen's Work Comp. Case: How Can This be Happening to Me?

07th May 2009
Often injured workers wonder, how can this be happening to me? Take for example, Karen, one of my clients. Karen was a 35 year old wife and mother of three working in the factory. Karen was a dependable worker who always came to work on time and had not m... Read >

Neck Pain after a Car Accident

27th April 2009
If you are involved in a car accident, you may suffer neck-related pain, including: neck, shoulder, arm or hand pain, headache, reduce neck range of motion, numb or weak arms and hands or spasms in your neck Most Common Types of Car Accident Neck Inju... Read >
Author: Auger Hollingsworth Law Firm

Spinal Decompression, Should You Take The Risk?

27th April 2009
Lower back stiffness is a common infliction that affects over eighty percent of the adult population at one point or another in their lifetime. There also are many causes, and it can be hard to at once identify the source of the issue without medical ... Read >
Author: backmd

What Are The Causes And Treatments Of Middle Back Pain

06th March 2009
Middle back pain is not as common as lower or upper back pain but it can be just as painful and debilitating. The intensity of the pain can also range from mild to severe and can be temporary or chronic. Having said that middle back pain is usually trea... Read >
Author: asnow275

What Are The Causes And Treatments Of Middle Back Pain

06th March 2009
Middle back pain is not as common as lower or upper back pain but it can be just as painful and debilitating. The intensity of the pain can also range from mild to severe and can be temporary or chronic. Having said that middle back pain is usually trea... Read >
Author: AndySnow2275

Losing Belly Fat the Wrong Way - Avoid These 4 Ab Exercises

18th February 2009
Are you wasting time performing countless of ab exercises that don't help you lose belly fat or develop six pack abs? Do you know that some of these abdominal exercises do more harm than good? Exercise is important. But it's not the only determining fa... Read >
Author: Rena Wong

Back Pain Exercises For Effective Back Pain Relief

13th February 2009
When I talk about tailoring a back pain exercise program to my clients specific needs, I have in mind the specific condition - provided that one can be identified - that is the root cause of your chronic back pain. Many, if not most, back pain problems... Read >
Author: gillmortensen73

Back Pain Exercises For Effective Back Pain Relief

13th February 2009
When I talk about tailoring a back pain exercise program to my clients specific needs, I have in mind the specific condition - provided that one can be identified - that is the root cause of your chronic back pain. Many, if not most, back pain problems... Read >
Author: MichelleS

Causes of Lower Back Pain

08th February 2009
Many Americans experience lower back pain throughout the course of a year. Often times the pain is the result of a car wreak, a job-related accident, or simply "overdoing it." But sometimes it is difficult, if not impossible, to pinpoint the reason for th... Read >
Author: Robert

Get rid from Back Pain

09th January 2009
Back pain is in general a common problem that every one faces. It is a vulnerable problem that a person of any age experiences. Children, Adults, Pregnant woman, or a person of old age can also face the back pain problem. There may be several factors behi... Read >
Author: Bella Mclaine

Safe Nonaddicting Pain Medication For Chronic Lower Back Pain And Sciatica

03rd December 2008
Tramadol is an effective pharmacotherapy for the management of chronic pain conditions such as chronic lower back pain, herniated disc, and sciatica. Treatment of low back pain is intended to reduce pain and to restore mobility and muscle strength in p... Read >
Author: Bruce Holms

Can Discectomy Spine Surgery Help Bring You Lower Back Pain Relief?

23rd October 2008
A discectomy is an invasive surgical procedure that removes herniated disc material that is protruding into the spinal canal and pressing upon nerve tissue. This pressure can cause numbness, weakness, tingling, or mild to severe pain in the back and leg.... Read >
Author: Dan Raymond

Epidural Steroid Injections For Temporary Lower Back Pain Relief

23rd October 2008
It is unfortunate but a great number of us will experience some lower back pain at some point in our lives. Although many of us may be able to control this pain through over-the-counter painkillers or perhaps some light physical therapy and bed rest, ther... Read >
Author: Dan Raymond

Pedestrian Injury

14th October 2008
Pedestrians struck by a car, truck or bus are an ever-growing percentage of fatal and non-fatal injuries nationwide. Dangers exist for them in many ways: 1. Being struck, while walking in crosswalks, crossing streets, on a sidewalk, or walking behind ... Read >

Severe Low Back Pain Treatment: Finding The Right Options

06th October 2008
Back pain is a familiar condition felt by a large majority of people. Whether resulting from stress or an underlying medical condition,low back pain can be so excruciating that it will have you begging for some form of pain killer to relieve the discomfor... Read >
Author: F.X.Hesse

You Don't have to be Perfect to be Free of Back Pain

30th September 2008
Would you have back pain if every part of your body were perfect? The answer has to be… No, it's pretty safe to say you wouldn't have any pain if your body were perfectly aligned, perfectly balanced and in a perfect state of being. But here's the t... Read >
Author: hefferon

Pain in the back side

04th September 2008
Back Ache Back aches are some of the most common pain episodes that any individual could face in their lifetime. This stems from our heavy dependence on our back to do everyday tasks. Since it supports most of our limbs and joints, with its main functi... Read >
Author: Mandy Chagger

Spinal Decompression Therapy And Back Pain Remedies

02nd September 2008
Decompression Therapy, or otherwise known as spinal decompression therapy, is the no-surgery remedy for neck and lower back pain. Normally, pains involving the back are caused by degenerative disc disease, herniated disc, spinal stenosis or other disc def... Read >
Author: Shon Harris

Oh, My Aching Back! Causes of Low Back Pain

02nd September 2008
While low back pain is rarely caused by a serious condition, it can be a very debilitating issue to deal with. When your back hurts, it can affect the rest of your life in terms of activities you can do and your level of enjoyment for them. In many cases,... Read >
Author: Billj

Causes and Treatments of Back Pain

14th July 2008
Back Pain Back pain is a common complaint. Four out of five people in the United States will experience low back pain at least once during their lives. It's one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor or miss work. On the bright side, you ca... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Iowa Work Injuries- How Can This Be Happening to Me?

08th July 2008
Often injured workers wonder, how can this be happening to me? Take for example, Karen, one of my clients. Karen, was a 35 year old wife and mother of three working in the factory. Karen was a dependable worker who always came to work on time and had n... Read >

The Mind/Body Connection.

30th June 2008
Isn't it amazing that modern medicine with all its hi tech gadgets has missed the most fundamental aspect when dealing with a human being - their emotions. According to the Merck Manual (bible of conventional medicine) hardly a single cause to any dise... Read >

What Is a Herniated Disc?

11th June 2008
There are many different terms used to describe spinal disc pathology and associated pain, such as “herniated disc”, “pinched nerve”, and “bulging disc”, and all are used differently by individual healthcare practitioners. Unfortunately, there... Read >
Author: peterhutch

Information On Thoracic Back Pain

23rd May 2008
Most of the time it is unusual for a person to suffer disc problems that are located in the middle and upper back, but thoracic back pains can at times be very painful and can be caused by a number of different medical conditions. When you feel pain such ... Read >
Author: Robert Lavoie

Why use Physiotherapy to Treat Back Pain

15th May 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Steven Magill Physiotherapy dates back to the ancient times but the modern practice of this allied medical care started in the 1920s. It is used to address conditions like recurring pain, musculoskeletal disorders, and movement disor... Read >
Author: steve magill

Lower Back Pain and Hip Pain Causes

13th April 2008
One thing in common we all have is that someday we all have some sort of lower back pain. Usually a bump, bruise or accident will cause the lower back pain. These are usually mild cases and only require treatment that is very easy to do. Others will fi... Read >
Author: Golfer57

Back Pain and What You Should Know

10th April 2008
The second most common neurological problem in the United States is back pain. The most common is headache. The nice part about lower back pain is that it will usually disappear in a few days. After you have a minor fall or some other injury that can ... Read >
Author: Golfer57

Catastrophic Injuries: Paralysis, Amputation, Burns

03rd April 2008
Overview: A catastrophic injury or illness usually occurs suddenly and without warning. Injuries may be considered catastrophic when they disrupt a person's life and livelihood, or ability to earn a living. Management of catastrophic injuries is comple... Read >
Author: Gary Rosenberg

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sciatica Victims Can Make

01st April 2008
Because of pain and a lack of understanding of their condition, sciatica sufferers may make some costly long-term mistakes when it comes to handling their problem. The first mistake is rushing into a surgery. Although the vast majority of surgeons are... Read >
Author: George Bestsecks

Sciatica

01st April 2008
Sciatica (often misspelled as "syatica" or "psyatica") is pain that results from irritation of one of the sciatic nerves (one on the right and one on the left), and includes pain in the hip and buttock area that may extend partially or all the way down th... Read >
Author: George Bestsecks

The development of back pain

22nd February 2008
Many people have a fire alarm mentality when it comes to their health -- an alarm goes off and something is wrong. The real truth is that health issues are rarely that sudden and in most cases, the path from problem to actual pain is a progressive process... Read >
Author: Matt Canham

The 4 main causes of Sciatica

19th February 2008
Sciatica is a condition where pressure is placed on the sciatic nerve, causing localized back pain. Thankfully, there are only 4 main causes for Sciatica. 1. Piriformis Syndrome. This condition is where an imbalance in the muscles leads to the hips and... Read >
Author: Matt Canham

Learning About Herniated Disc Treatment

13th February 2008
A herniated disc can be a very painful and uncomfortable thing to experience. It can greatly impact your daily functions and your ability to do the things you once did with ease. But the good news is that there are herniated disc treatment options availab... Read >
Author: James Kronefield

Treatment for Back Pain and Back Pain Relief

11th February 2008
Back Pain Back pain is extremely common - about eight in ten people in the UK are affected at some time in their lives. Each year, close to five million working days are lost due to back pain. Back pain is actually very common—about three in four adu... Read >
Author: Peter sams

Do You Need Herniated Disc Treatment?

02nd February 2008
The spinal column is made up of 33 separate bones called vertebrae. The vertebrae are separated by spongy discs which act like shock absorbers to keep the spine flexible. If a disc is damaged or breaks open it can bulge and push into the spinal canal .Thi... Read >
Author: Paul Osborne

Get a quick Back Pain Relief

02nd February 2008
BACK PAIN Most of us experience back pain at some time in our lives. Back problems are a very common reason for older adults to visit their healthcare provider. However, the back problems of older adults are often very different from those seen in youn... Read >
Author: Peter sams

Herniated Dsc - A New Option In Treatment

24th January 2008
Herniated disc sufferers have traditionally had the treatment options of medication, physical therapy, spinal injections, and/or surgery, and because of the limited effectiveness of these approaches, many simply have had to learn to live with the pain. B... Read >
Author: George Bestsecks

Ouch!: an Introduction to the 4 most common types of back pain

23rd January 2008
At some stage in life, statistics tells us every single one of us will have some form of back pain. It could be as a result of injury or it could be as a result of other factors. Either way, for anyone experiencing chronic back pain, all they want is to b... Read >
Author: Matt Canham

Yoga Therapy - Benefits of Yoga Therapy For Health

05th November 2007
The most important benefit of yoga is physical and mental therapy. The aging process, which is largely an artificial condition, caused mainly by autointoxication or self-poisoning, can be slowed down by practicing yoga. By keeping the body clean, flexible... Read >
Author: Alien

Bulging disc treatments

05th November 2007
A bulging disc is not a cause for panic as they are fairly common in both younger and older people. A bugling or protruding disc is usually see at high rates on MRIs in patients that suffer with back pain and are also found in patients that are not suffe... Read >
Author: Robert Langard

Bulging disc information

02nd November 2007
A lot of people look at a herniated disc and a bulging disc as two in the same. This really is not very accurate although both conditions may cause some of the same painful symptoms. When a disc is herniated the gel like inner material is released throu... Read >
Author: Robert Langard

Open Back Surgery vs. Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

21st October 2007
How is an open discectomy performed?An open discectomy is performed under general anesthesia. The procedure takes about an hour or so, depending on the extent of the disc herniation, the size of the patient, and other factors. A discectomy is done with th... Read >
Author: Robert Langard

Sciatica Home Treatment

28th September 2007
Sciatica is a condition rather than a disease which has been caused by other conditions which are affecting the health of a person. There are three primary causes for a person to suffer from sciatica namely a herniated disc, piriformis syndrome or spinal ... Read >
Author: Ricky Lim

Lumbar Herniated Disc Treatments

25th September 2007
The spine is made up of a series of bones connecting to each other commonly known as the vertebrae. The lumbar disc acts as a cushion between each bone of the vertebra, made up of strong connecting tissue. The lumbar disc has a hard exterior with a soft g... Read >
Author: Pkorbs

Herniated Disc Pain - How To Cure It

13th September 2007
Herniated disc means the protrusion of the disc in the spine. It is essentially the same situation as a bulging disc, which can be an extremely painful condition. Its occurrence is manifested by a herniated disc pain that is usually felt on the back or th... Read >
Author: Pkorbs

Things To Try Before Getting Back Surgery On A Herniated Disc

07th September 2007
What to try before you have back surgery on your herniated discIf you or someone you care for is due for back surgery on a herniated disc, then this may be the most important letter you ever read.Here’s why…Going straight in for back surgery on a hern... Read >
Author: lazysubmit

Guidelines to Follow Before and After Spine Decompression

02nd September 2007
Spine decompression is a type of surgery performed to remove pressure applied on the spine or nerve root. This surgery works by removing the lamina to widen the spaces in the spine or nerve roots, to relieve all symptoms that are related to spinal cord ir... Read >
Author: Adam

Surgery For Back Pain

28th August 2007
Unless you absolutely need an emergency surgical procedure, surgery for back pain should be the very last solution to look at to get rid of your back problems. If you are suffering from extreme back pain, you should immediately consult with your physician... Read >
Author: Frederic Madore

Herniated Disc Treatment Promotes Remedy And Relief

24th August 2007
Herniated disc treatment greatly varies from patient to patient and case to case basis. Treatments may either be aggressive or conservative. Though, the usual approach of a herniated disc treatment is to have it the moderate and non-invasive way. After... Read >
Author: Adam

Herniated Disc Pain: Finding A Cure

24th August 2007
Herniated disc refers to the protrusion of the disc. It is basically the same when one says of a bulging disc. This condition is painful. Its occurrence is manifested by a herniated disc pain that is usually felt on the back area. This condition is ge... Read >
Author: Adam

Herniated Disc Exercises: Strengthen Back And Abdominal Muscles

22nd August 2007
Sciatica or leg pain due to a herniated or ruptured disc is typically caused by the disc’s soft, gel-like internal substance protruding into its outer covering called annulus fibrosus. As the disc bulges, it compresses on a nerve root along the sciatic... Read >
Author: Adam

A Little Friendly Advice About Death, Taxes and Back Pain

22nd August 2007
Did you know that one out of every two working adults, that's 50 PERCENT, will suffer from back pain this year? If you are thinking that you land in the "other 50 percent", the half that will not have to visit the doctor consider this. 90 PERCENT of ad... Read >
Author: Jim Martinez

Yoga for Back Pain | Yoga Exercises for Back Pain

23rd July 2007
Yoga for Back Pain Today, most of the people are experiencing back pain. The reasons for getting problem are several. However, yoga for back pain may be beneficial as it comprises of physical movements, but it may also put forth benefits through its e... Read >
Author: Alien

There is no need for another weight loss diet

09th May 2007
For those who have grown tired with trying any other weight loss program, there is a better solution. Now you can successfully lose weight using the Melt Belt we offer. You can replace any weight loss diet you tried with something that will offer you the ... Read >
Author: Clint Jhonson

Treatments for Cervical Stenosis

06th May 2007
Any problem in your neck is potentially serious because it connects your head to your body, and the structures within it are necessary for life. Cervical stenosis occurs when the spinal cord or spinal nerves are compressed due to narrowing in the seven v... Read >
Author: Egalthan

Seniors with Herniated Discs: How to Take Control of Your Life Again & Eliminate Your Back Pain

30th April 2007
Boomers, who account for a quarter of the U.S. population, tend to have more active lifestyles than previous generations. They are as active now as they were when they were younger. But now Boomers are living with chronic low back pain, herniated discs or... Read >
Author: Robert Duvall

Vertebral axial decompression or VAX-D and their Results

20th February 2007
Vertebral axial decompression therapy is a very useful tool for people who have horrible back problems because it is relatively inexpensive and it does not involve surgery. Data was collected from twenty-two medical centers for patients who received VAX-... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola

VAX-D Results

24th January 2007
Vertebral axial decompression therapy is a very useful tool for people who have horrible back problems because it is relatively inexpensive and it does not involve surgery. Data was collected from twenty-two medical centers for patients who received VAX-... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola

Upper Back Pain

23rd September 2006
There can be many other causes injury, accidents, upper disc displacement and many more. There is a great deal of stability and less motion in the upper back, which is thoracic spine region. So, spinal disorders are not very common. Conditions like h... Read >
Author: Kanishk manchanda

Just What Is Back Pain And Some Surprising Stats About It

25th April 2006
For decades the medical profession has been observing back pain to be common in society. Most noted victims to chronic back pain being our senior citizens. The annoyances of back pain causes distress and can also prevent people from their regular activiti... Read >
Author: chad mcdonald

What Is Sciatica

25th April 2006
Sciatica is not a specific disease, instead it is a condition characteristic of several different diseases. Simply put, it is a mild to intense pain in the left or right leg. Sciatica is caused by a compression of one or more of the five sets of nerve roo... Read >
Author: Liana Mirkin

Causes and Symptoms of Low Back Pain

01st April 2006
Low back pain is a quite common phenomenon in the humans and is generally experienced by all at some or the other point in their lives. The severity of the pain is often unrelated to the injury that has caused it. While a simple strain in the back can cau... Read >
Author: Saurabh Jain

Backpain: A Common Phenomenon

01st April 2006
Backpain is a common phenomenon in the United States with nearly 80% of the population suffering from it. The overuse of the muscles in the back or a strain/injury to the muscles and ligaments supporting the spine are the most common causes of back pain. ... Read >
Author: Saurabh Jain

Exercise for Low-Back Pain

07th March 2006
Back pain can be caused from many different conditions. The pain most people fear is a herniated disc. But, the majority of cases we see in the fitness studio are related to problems with weak muscles and ligaments supporting the spine. Research estima... Read >
Author: Linda Geyer

Choose Back Surgery As A Last Resort

26th February 2006
Copyright 2006 Robert Gould For years I have suffered from low back pain. For years I have tried just about everything for the pain except having back surgery. From physical therapy, traction, chiropractors, steroid injections, drug therapy, biofeedbac... Read >
Author: Robert Gould

Think Twice About Going To The Emergency Room For Back Pain

22nd February 2006
Copyright 2006 Robert Gould With low back pain being the number reason why millions of Americans miss work, you would think hospitals around the country would be more compassionate with people who suffer from chronic low back pain. Being a chronic pain... Read >
Author: Robert Gould

Common Causes of Back Pain

14th February 2006
The most common medical complaints are that of back pain. On a positive note, back pain episodes usually diminish within a few weeks if caused from muscle strain. Unfortunately, a backache can be among the most difficult and frustrating problems for pat... Read >
Author: David Chandler

Living With Chronic Low Back Pain

27th November 2005
Copyright 2005 Robert Gould They tell me my diagnosis is pretty common, that millions of Americans suffer with low back pain. I've also heard that next to the common cold, missing work from low back pain is the biggest reason. With these two major know... Read >
Author: Robert Gould

Don't Needlessly Suffer From Chronic Pain

26th November 2005
Copyright 2005 Robert Gould As a chronic pain sufferer, with a diagnosis of a herniated disc along with bone disc degenerative disease, for many years I have needlessly suffered from chronic pain. During the many years of needlessly suffering in pain, ... Read >
Author: Robert Gould