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The birth of your child is supposed to be a painful but joyous day you will never forget. Bringing a newborn into the world starts a new chapter in millions of Americans lives every single year. But what if childbirth…
If you are reading this in the United States, you probably won’t have heard of the incredible story of 23 year old Jessica whos harrowing story of Chronic Pain rocked australian Audiences in an episode of SBS’s Struggle Street last week. Jessica…
We talk a lot about the importance of an accurate diagnosis in the treatment of back pain, but we often take that sentiment for granted. The focus of this article is why it’s important to understand the nature of the…
It’s important to maintain a healthy weight after surgery so your body has all the energy it needs to heal. Many patients are concerned about gaining weight after spine surgery (which we’ve covered in a previous article), but some patients aren’t…
Discs in the spine break down and degenerative as we age. Degenerative spinal discs are a common source of back pain, but many patients are unaware of the symptoms associated with degenerative disc disease. In this article, we are going to explain…
When Surgical Intervention is an Option It’s normal to experience aches and pains that affect your neck and back every now and then. However, if your spinal discomfort starts to affect your quality of life, it may be time to…
We take for granted our body’s ability to balance. Our bodies are constantly working to maintain balance when we’re exercising, walking, standing, and even sitting. When something throws you off balance, it can impact every aspect of your daily life.…
How Different Foods Affect Pain & Inflammation Whether you’re recovering from an injury or surgical procedure, pain-causing inflammation is normal during the recovery process. However, this pain-causing inflammation can persist in some instances, damaging healthy cells and leading to lasting…
We take for granted our body’s ability to balance. Our bodies are constantly working to maintain balance when we’re exercising, walking, standing, and even sitting. When something throws you off balance, it can impact every aspect of your daily life.…
Chronic back pain can interfere with normal daily activities for many patients. A surgery used to relieve back pain is the laminectomy, which involves removal of a small portion of the vertebral bone (lamina). This eases compression of the spinal…
