Back Pain: The Basics
The back and spine are designed to provide your body with strength, serve to protect the spinal cord and nerve roots while still being flexible, providing mobility. But, did you know 8 out of 10 adults will experience an episode of back pain in their lifetime? It is the second most common cause of missed workdays and the most common cause of disability;
Never Ignore Neck Pain, Here’s Why…
Neck pain is somewhat common, so many of us will simply take over the counter medication, and work through the pain and discomfort. Our doctors would strongly urge you to consider locating the source of the pain before dismissing it. Neck pain can be an indicator of serious spinal issues.
Procedures and Conditions
Your Foot Pain Could be Caused By a Spine Issue
Foot pain can be a common issue with various causes, but did you know that it could also be related to problems in your spine? It may seem unlikely, but this pain can actually be directly connected to certain back issues, especially in the lower back. Even if you don’t experience significant lower back pain,
Spine-Chilling Effects of Untreated Back Pain
The human spine is a remarkable and complex structure that provides support and mobility to our bodies.
Brian Lindaas
…Dr. Gill did an amazing job explaining everything to me and the nurses were excellent… I had a herniated disc that was pushing on my nerves in my lower back causing extreme pain in my hip and leg constantly every day for a very long time as well as going all the way down to my foot sometimes.
The Link Between Obesity and Back Pain
Obesity is a growing concern in the United States, and its impact extends beyond just the number on the scale. Aside from increasing the risk of chronic diseases, carrying excess weight can take a toll on your spine and lead to various back-related issues.Â
The Link Between Obesity and Back Pain
The Alarming Connection Between Obesity and Back Pain
Obesity is associated with an array of health problems,
A Comprehensive Guide to Neck Pain
While neck pain is common, it’s important to know the symptoms and what the potential causes of neck pain are.
Quiz: Test Your Spine Knowledge
There is so much misinformation circulating about spine health and back pain that we decided to create a spine health quiz. Try to guess whether the statements below are true or false before continuing to read for the answer.