The Orthopedic Blog

One of the most common injuries of the lower back is a herniated disc. While the herniation itself is usually sudden, it is often the result of chronic wear without proper bulging disc treatment. As the old proverb goes, “an ounce of prevention [...]

Most people are aware that the spine entwines with many nerves. These nerves can become irritated in a few ways, but for those suffering from spinal stenosis, the spine itself is the cause of this pain. This article will look at the causes of [...]

Many patients who come in with lower back pain don’t even realize that the sacroiliac joint, or SI joint, can be a major contributor. One common dysfunction we see here at OSA is a slipped SI joint. This article will explain what a slipped [...]

Many people suffer from lower back issues, but there are a number of problems which can affect the whole back. One such problem, facet joint syndrome, can impact the mid back along with the entirety of the spine. Also known as facet arthropathy, [...]

Nobody likes to see their kid in pain. It steals their joy and can be very confusing. Learn about some of the most common causes of back pain in children and what kind of treatment options to expect.

About 85% of people have low back pain, but not all pain is created equal. This article will explore two different kinds of back pain - back sprain and herniated disc.

You don't have to continue to live with lower back pain. Dr. Atwater and his awesome team of pros can help you get your life back safely.

Lower back pain can have any number of causes, and many forms will improve without surgical intervention. However, this is not the case with all back pain. Among the more severe causes of lumbar pain exists cauda equina syndrome. This article [...]