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- You Can Discover The Cause Of Your Back Pain And Find Out It's Not Your Weight. - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Timothy Heaps,DCBeing overweight does not cause your back pain. I’ve read many explanations/excuses for the cause of back pain over the years, but being told that it’s because you’re overweight takes the cake (pardon the pun). While being overweight can negatively impact your overall health and possibly delay ...
Views: 1112 - If You Want To Know How To Get Rid Of Back (lower) Pain With Little Effort I'll Tell You. - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Timothy Heaps,DCIf you have back (lower) pain maybe you've heard the saying that 'misery loves company'. Relax, you've got company, because 80% of the population go through back pain like you. Since we all use and abuse our backs it's very likely that most everybody you know has or will suffer with ...
Views: 992(1 vote) - Best Treatment for Back Pain - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Tanveer MaqboolBack pain is the most familiar medical complaint which arise particularly among adults. Back pain refers to the pain in your muscles, inter-vertebral joints, spinal nerves, or sometimes bone-on-bone pain.Some people don’t know what exactly the back pain is? When you feel pain in back that arise ...
Views: 1319 - Why a Pain Management Physician can Help you more than an Internal Medicine Physician? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerA pain management physician has a broad range of experience to diagnose and treat all types of pain. With a multidisciplinary approach to the anatomy of the body, and a specialized approach that can come from various specialties of physicians, this type of doctor also has tools for more specific ...
Views: 813 - Why You Should Seek Early Treatment for Pain in the Lumbar Spine? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerThe lumbar spine is the lower region of the back, specifically, the bottom five vertebrae of the spine. Thirty one million people are affected by back pain at any given time, with one half of all working Americans reporting that they have back symptoms each year. With eight out of ten people ...
Views: 800 - Why Orthopedic and Neurological Spine Surgeons Prefer Minimally Invasive Kyphoplasty Surgery? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerMinimally invasive spine surgery is the method of choice for most orthopedic and neurological spine surgeons when surgery is indicated for an individual with severe back pain. With a smaller incision, allowing a patient to heal more quickly, and better visualization of the procedure on a screen ...
Views: 717 - Will Disc Replacement Surgery Help in the Treatment of Cervical Radiculopathy? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerDisc replacement is a surgical procedure that is an option for treating cervical radiculopathy – a herniated disc in the neck area. The procedure has seen more success on the cervical region, but is also prescribed for the lumbar, or lower back area. Approved by the Food and Drug Administration ...
Views: 799 - Which Factors are Responsible for Spine Pain and How to Reduce this pain? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerSpine pain can also be described as back pain. The difference would be that the spine itself is experiencing the pain, as opposed to referred pain, which is where pain is felt in another part of the body, although the affected nerve is in the spine. With spine pain as the second most reported ...
Views: 788 - Diagnosing Different Types of Chronic Pain and Their Treatment - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerChronic pain can occur in any area of the body, and those that have it just want it to go away. Thankfully, in recent decades the practice of pain management has evolved so that patients can go see a physician specifically trained in treating people’s chronic pain. This type of pain is that ...
Views: 760 - When You Need Spinal Fusion? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerSpinal fusion, a procedure that allows vertebrae to merge together, can be performed on different areas of the back – the cervical region, the thoracic part and the lumbar section. The 33 vertebrae (spinal bones) of the back are divided into five areas for medical purposes in which the cervical ...
Views: 785 - How Cervical Fusion will Relieve you More than just Neck pain and Referred Pain? - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerCervical fusion, a surgery of the upper spine, has been shown to relieve more than just neck pain and referred pain. A study published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery in August 2009 revealed that two years after undergoing cervical fusion, patients reported a lessening of severity and a ...
Views: 1155 - Six New "Superfoods" You'll Want to Try and Other Hot Health Stories for the Week - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Sam EtkinHere are the top 5 health news stories for the week. * Six New "Superfoods" You'll Want to Try * So-called "superfoods" are supposed to help you stay healthy, fight disease and even live longer. Learn all the buzz on six hot new "superfoods." Go here for the complete news story: ...
Views: 1841(2 votes) - An Entirely New Class of Therapeutic Exercises - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Lawrence GoldMost therapeutic exercises used to treat lingering pain from postural stress fall into one of two classes. * strengthening exercises * stretching exercises Another, new class exists, however: * somatic exercises Somatic exercises improve awareness of movement, control of ...
Views: 1429 - 4 overlooked causes of that pain in your neck - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Roberta MittmanNeck pain is one of the most frequent reasons people give for coming in to my office. Persistent neck pain, if left unaddressed, is a problem that not only decreases productivity at work but cripples quality of life after-hours. The causes of neck pain are many. Among my first ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - 3 ways to keep work from being a pain in your neck - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Roberta MittmanIt's probably no secret to you that bad computer habits can lead to neck pain. But when it comes to the workaday world, the truth is, computer usage is not the only pain in the neck. Even people who don't spend a lot of time with computers end up with neck stiffness and strain at the end of a ...
Views: 2014 - 3 reasons your computer might be a literal pain in your neck - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Roberta MittmanThere isn't a day that passes when someone doesn't come into my office seeking solutions to neck pain. As an acupuncturist, I can attest that complaints about neck pain are among the most frequent reasons people seek help. It's not only that the pain is so sharp or persistent. The greater ...
Views: 1955 - Vitamin D: Treatment for Back Pain - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Samuel KenEarlier this decade, bad press surrounded vitamin D when news broke out that it could increase the risk of several cancers. However, this notion has been corrected mostly due to other studies with supporting evidences showing that, vitamin D deficiency symptoms are found in people who suffer ...
Views: 977 - Sciatica : The Truth Hurts...Does Your Back? - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from amanda wylesSciatica is now regarded as one of the most common reasons for absenteeism from work. Unfortunately, because of the difficulty in diagnosing this ailment, it is also viewed with certain scepticism upon your announcing you are a sufferer. To be honest, it is probably the easiest way to bunk off ...
Views: 628 - Get Relief from Low Back Pain through Chiropractic Care - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Sandy BellNowadays, I find the number of patients suffering from low back pain is increasing considerably in my Sacramento chiropractic clinic. In most of the cases the patients do not have any idea about the reason behind their lower back pain. Sometimes, due to the lack of care and precautions the pain ...
Views: 1107 - Visiting a Chiropractor - What to Do, What Not To - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Sandy BellMany people are scared about walking into a chiropractor’s clinic; the reason being incomplete knowledge and false beliefs regarding chiropractic. Also, when you research in Internet regarding this treatment method, you will get mixed results. The truth is that chiropractic Sacramento reviews ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Neck Pain and Functionality - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Adam RostockiNeck pain and functionality is a topic which implies physical limitation due to the severe and affective symptoms of an upper dorsopathy condition. While this is certainly a true and crucial aspect of functional limitation associated with neck ache, there is another and equally important side ...
Views: 1449(1 vote) - Make Your Driving A Back Pain Free Experience - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Lashawnda GodoyDriving and back stiffness are commonly equivalent. Since driving requires you to sit in one special position for long intervals of time, you are all likely to experience agony in the back. Nevertheless not always. There are a few straightforward pointers that would aid you in keeping well away ...
Views: 691 - Lower Back Exercise: For Lasting Relief from Back Pain - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Ed DelaneyMost people these days live lifestyles that place a lot of pressure on their bodies, particularly their backs. Whether you hold a blue collar job or sit at your office desk all day, you are surely putting your body at constant risk of muscle damage and injury with your repetitive daily routine. ...
Views: 777 - Do you know how memory foam mattress serves your spine? - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Jennifer SmithA man is designed to perform several activities throughout the day. The pattern of our body is made in such a way that a pain in a single part of the human body affects the rest of the organs. This situation can be well understood when you have to prepare the next day theory test of the college ...
Views: 1027 - The iliopsoas : The culprit of back pain - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Jean-Francois ThibaultBack pain is the most common pain of the 21th century. Most of my clients in treatment suffer from pain ranging from the lower back to the upper neck. We are in fact victims of our sedentary lifestyle, stress and bad postural habits of everyday. It is important to understand that pain can occur ...
Views: 3313 - Does Back Pain Demand Visit To A Doctor? - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Adelle HarshWe don't have to mention the commonality of back issues. It is them being so common that we most of the time don't consider visiting a doctor. However sometimes nothing but only expert advice works. Shall we examine what these conditions are like. Most folks prefer to use home-made remedies ...
Views: 720 - Chiropractic Care Effective for Neck Pain - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Sandy BellChiropractic treatment is used by millions of people worldwide to deal with neck pain. Chiropractors are basically doctors who specialize in treating neck or any other problem area in human body with a gentle, non-surgical approach. They are trained to diagnose the root cause of neck pain ...
Views: 944 - Growing Popularity of Chiropractic Treatment - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Sandy BellToday, the demand for chiropractic Sacramento treatment has outgrown the supply. The history till date has never witnessed such a growth in demand for chiropractic treatment. Of course, the reasons behind this are quite simple to understand. Lack of health-care, chronic lifestyles, and stress ...
Views: 1868 - Back Pain and Multiple Sclerosis - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Ed DelaneyIf you are suffering from back pain, you might be wondering the possible causes. If you think it is due to multiple sclerosis, here are some questions to ask yourself. What is multiple sclerosis and how is it associated with back pain? Multiple sclerosis is a progressive disease that ...
Views: 899 - Gouty Arthritis and Back Pain - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Ed DelaneyThe back pain you are feeling now could be due to a lot of things. Plenty of contributing factors can cause this condition. Among the many causes of back pain is gouty arthritis, a form of arthritis that is characterized by deposits of needle-like uric acid crystals. These acid crystals are ...
Views: 1234 - Natural Relief And Remedies For Your Back Pain - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Edith LingenfelterBack pain may be a symptom of a variety of problems in the muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones or an underlying organ. The many contributors of back pain may be one or several conditions such as; arthritis, osteoporosis, rheumatism, infection and fever, tumor, weak stomach muscles, peptic ulcer, ...
Views: 1160 - Lower Back Support - Your Back Pain Saviour? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Ed DelaneyAs more and more people complain of lower back pain, the need for appropriate lower back support continues to rise. While pain in the lower back may start off with a mild feeling of discomfort, especially when you have to remain seated for prolonged periods, it can gradually escalate into ...
Views: 1941 - Why Lumbar Support Is Crucial to Prevent Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Ed DelaneyHow does lumbar support save you from back pain? Before we answer that question, it may be necessary for you to know what the most common causes of back pain are. After all, learning what causes a problem is often the best way to determine the best solution and prevent further occurrence. So, ...
Views: 1090 - Pain Control and Self-Hypnosis - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Dion DalyHypnosis has and is still being utilized for all kinds of various reasons. Did you know that it can also be a helpful technique for pain control? Hypnosis is just another technique you can use to rid your body of pain by employing numerous hypnotic methods, that stops the pain indicators from ...
Views: 1120 - Acne Scar Treatments- Related Fact For Acne Clearing - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Hitesh GulatiAcne might not be a debilitating disorder but it's so exasperating that it is affecting the individual's sense of well-being. Acne results when the pores of the skin are clogged up by oily secretion which may then develop into zits, black and white heads ; and even cyst. As you search for ...
Views: 1132 - Acne Spot Treatment- Free Fascinating Info For Acne On Arms - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Hitesh GulatiAcne is a skin disorder that mainly occurs in young people, but it's not uncommon to make its appearance even at the age of 30 or forty. The condition can be considered the result of the inflammation of the little sebaceous follicles that happens due to the presence of bacteria, endocrine ...
Views: 1238 - Memory Foam Mattress: A Natural Cure For Back Aches - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Jennifer SmithThe invention of the memory foam mattress is a blessing because it gives us the solution of almost all sorts of back aches in the shape of moderate foam. The spinal pains are of various types, and it varies person to person. Structure of spinal cord The human vertebral column is divided ...
Views: 1069 - A how to buy guide for the memory foam mattress - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Jennifer SmithMemory foam mattress is a natural cure for all sorts of back aches because it is made of polyurethane, which is a high viscosity and density urethane. Viscosity is a measure of resistance of substances against stress or pressure. A high viscosity mattress means it is thick enough to resist the ...
Views: 974 - Get Relief from Excruciating Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from N K SinghStudy shows over 60% of the world population suffers from pain in the back region, at least once in their life time. However, for most people suffering with backache is a persistent and chronic problem. Some of the reasons for back pain are perennial bad postures, slip disc, injury, regularly ...
Views: 1544(2 votes) - How a Slipped Disk Causes Back Pain - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Ed DelaneyWhenever you experience back pain, the first thing you need to do is identify the cause. This can help you get appropriate treatment. One common cause of back pain is a slipped disk, which is known in medical terms as Herniated Nucleus Pulposa (HNP). This condition is defined as a rupture in the ...
Views: 817 - ALWAYS USE YOUR P.I.P. AFTER AN ACCIDENT!!! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Brian JonesP.I.P. is Personal Injury Protection which is part of your auto insurance policy. It is designed to take care of you immeditately after an accident. ALWAYS use your P.I.P. . . * PIP covers medical bills, a portion of your weekly lost wages, and for household care and cleaning. * Your ...
Views: 867(1 vote) - 7 Back Tips to Get Your Back... Back. - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Ed BarreraGetting your back out of pain as nature intends is very simple once you know the key to unlocking the code. Easy movements allows your brain to alter painful messages your muscles feel. Changing those messages can be a simple act which it is possible to do simply and naturally. Healthy ...
Views: 1127 - How to Choose an Orthopedic doctor - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jennifer ButlerKnowing how to choose an orthopedic doctor can put you in a challenging position if you don’t know what you’re looking for. But when you go into the search with referrals, information regarding credentials and specialties and know the right questions to ask about experience, you can choose with ...
Views: 924 - Treating Upper Back Pain with Subliminal Messages - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Upper back pain is actually quite common. Sometimes the pain is subtle, and sometimes it’s not. There are a lot of reasons why you suffer from it. Certain illnesses reveal themselves through pain in various parts of the body, including the back. ...
Views: 892 - "The Way to Wellness" It's time to start a Healthy life: your 7 days program - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Kathy DavisHow many times have you gone to sleep at night, swearing you'll go to the gym in the morning, and then changing your mind just eight hours later because when you get up, you don't feel like exercising? While this can happen to the best of us, it doesn't mean you should drop the ball ...
Views: 1450 - Best Remedies for Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from N K SinghBack pain is a common complaint among folks. This is a twinge felt at the back emanating from spine structures like bones and nerves. It may be a piercing sensation or a dull ache. The pain results from daily activities at work or at home. These include over-stretching, lifting, pulling or ...
Views: 726 - Natural Ways to Cure Back Pain - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Brent P CullenIt is a known fact that sometime during our lifetime, we will all experience some sort of back pain. According to a study conducted by the National Institutes of Health, back pain was discovered to be the second most regular neurological condition that affects people in the United ...
Views: 1077(2 votes) - The 3 Best Exercises For Your Abs & Back! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from James HopkinThere are a number of gimmicks that tell you how to make your mid-section flatter and stronger. However most of them fall short of anything you can do on your own, on the floor, with just a mat. Our “core” muscles, the rectus abdominus (six pack muscle), transverse abdominus/internal/external ...
Views: 783 - 3 Easy and Simple Stretching Exercises to Help with Sciatica. - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterOne of the best ways to relieve the pain of Sciatica is with stretching exercises. Since most cases of Sciatica are caused by muscular imbalances or poor posture (which often results in muscle imbalances over time), stretching can help you to strengthen weak muscles and release the tension to ...
Views: 2419 - 5 Strange and Rare Causes for Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterMuscle imbalances and herniated or bulging discs cause most cases of back pain or Sciatica. But what if you don’t suffer from either of these problems? There are some other unusual causes to back pain. Here I’m going to share 5 less common things that could be causing your back ...
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