Thoracic kyphosis occurs when there’s an excessive curve of the thoracic spine, producing a hump in the mid back and a forward stooping posture. According to the journal Neurosurgery, this…
Thoracic Kyphosis: When Is Surgery Necessary?
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Flatback Syndrome: Why It’s Hard to Stand Straight?
The spine has two natural curves. It’s naturally shaped like an “S” to help with weight support and balance. On the lower back, known as the lumbar region, the inward…
Stay pain-free during the holidays!
The holidays should be a time of joy, excitement, and happiness. However, back pain, regardless of time or place, can make anyone’s life miserable. There are, of course, many conditions…
How is a desk job affecting your health? [6 shocking facts]
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Did you notice that for most of your waking hours you spend sitting? Driving, watching TV, browsing the internet on your phone, or tablet, eating, and of course, working at…
Why does your neck hurt?
Waking up with a stiff neck or experiencing pain or a spasm during the day? You don’t pay much attention to the neck until it starts hurting. Did you know…
The best and worst exercises for back pain
One of the best treatments for lower back pain is exercise. The right type of lower back exercises can give you relief, when the wrong ones can do more harm…
Back Pain Facts and Statistics
Did you know that about 31 million Americans experience lower back pain at any moment and what’s more, around 80% of the population suffers from spinal pain at a time?…
3 easy ways to improve your posture
Did you know, that posture has an impact not only on your spine, but also on your function and overall health? The main symptoms of poor posture, besides rounded shoulders,…
Do people shrink with age?
Losing or gaining weight with age is a known fact. You also know that your height is mainly determined by genetics, and in general it won’t increase after the age…
Back pain? Modify these activities for a pain-free holiday season
The Holiday Season can be rough on your back. The preparations, such as lifting heavy stuff, moving furniture, decorating the tree or sitting on a plane for hours, can cause…