Degenerative disc disease is an age-related condition that often requires back fusion surgery. One of the most common sources of back pain, degenerative disc disease happens when one or more of the discs that cushion the vertebrae along the [...]

In the United States, more than two million people experience a neck sprain, commonly referred to as whiplash, every single year. Typically, this injury happens as the result of the neck being snapped backward and then forward – a whipping [...]

Surgeons sometimes recommend laminectomy surgery for individuals suffering from severe facet joint arthritis, a common condition that occurs when the cartilage between a facet joint breaks down. Although most facet joint arthritis cases do not [...]

Spinal arthritis, or osteoarthritis (OA) of the spine, is a degenerative condition that affects many older adults. It is the most common form of arthritis.  When this specific type of osteoarthritis is present, it is typically the result of [...]

Sacroiliac or SI joint pain can bring you to your knees, especially if left untreated or ignored. The SI joints are incredibly important to the overall stability and function of the lower back, hips, and spine. However, they can wear down over [...]

Acupuncture treatment is a common holistic technique that has been used for thousands of years to treat many conditions. A form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture has gained popularity in Western cultures for good reason. Not [...]

The keto diet isn’t just the latest diet trend; it may be exactly what we need to finally address chronic pain in a whole-body manner. With more than 20 percent of the U.S. adult population living with chronic pain (8 percent of whom experience [...]

Caudal injections may be an option for those suffering from back pain.  Back pain can wreak havoc on your overall quality of life, whether caused by injury, trauma, or illness. It’s the leading cause of disability worldwide. Many people [...]