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- The Hidden Cause to Nearly All Sciatica Pain - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterSciatica is a sharp pain in your lower back, buttocks, or legs that oftentimes just won’t go away. If you’re reading this, then there’s a good chance that you probably suffer from Sciatica. Most cases of Sciatica are caused by muscle imbalances, such as Piriformis syndrome. Here I’ll be ...
Views: 1357(2 votes) - The Benefits of Inversion Therapy for Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Andrew HunterMaybe you’ve heard about inversion therapy to treat back pain. By strapping into a pivoting support that rests on a stabilizing frame, you can hang upside-down (or at an angle) to help relieve the stress and pressure on your back. How does this work and is it an effective way to treat back ...
Views: 894(2 votes) - Can Alcohol Help Your Back Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterA lot of people report that they feel more relaxed or numb once the “buzz” of a few drinks hits their system. But does this mean that alcohol can help relieve back pain? Other report that they actually experience and increase in back pain when they enjoy an alcoholic beverage. What’s really ...
Views: 10010(2 votes) - Is Your Bulging Disc a Ticking Time Bomb? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterDo you have a bulging disc in your back? I’m sure if you are, you are probably in a good deal of pain. But did you know that you might be running the risk of further health problems down the road if you don’t take care of the bulging disc now? First of all, it is important to know what ...
Views: 1730 - What Causes Lower Back and Pelvic Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterMaybe you’ve experienced it before. A sharp and stabbing pain in your lower back or hips. Maybe you’re even experiencing it right now. What’s going on here and what can you do about it? First of all, I want to let you know that I’m not a medical professional, so I can’t say for certain what ...
Views: 872(1 vote) - 3 LIfestyle Problems That Cause Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterSome people think that back pain is just part of growing older. They think that is just unavoidable and that everyone is just destined to develop pinched nerves, bulging discs, and sciatica as part of the aging process. But I don’t believe this is the case. There are actually small habits and ...
Views: 1014(1 vote) - So, You Have a Herniated Disc - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterToday I’m writing about herniated discs. Maybe you’ve heard the term before, but perhaps you don’t know exactly what it means. What exactly are the symptoms of a herniated disc anyway? What is the difference between a herniated disc and a bulging disc? Both conditions start the same way. ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Relieve Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterWhen you’re suffering from back pain, it can really slow you down. Concentrating can be difficult and even things as simple as getting through a day at work can be a real struggle. But what can you do to help deal with back pain and help you get back to your life as soon as ...
Views: 700 - 3 Common Causes to Sacrum Pain - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterDo you have Sacrum pain? Your sacrum is located at the bottom of your spine and it is what many people refer to as your tail bone. A lot of muscle attach into your sacrum including your Gluteus Maximus (your buttocks) and many smaller and deeper internal rotator muscles such as your ...
Views: 9017 - Is Acupuncture for Sciatica Pain Effective? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterMaybe you’ve talked to your doctor or chiropractor about your sciatica pain. Maybe they’ve given you a few pain pills and told you to do a few stretches and sent you on your way. If you’re like most people, this doesn’t really lead anywhere and your pain never goes away. If you’re afraid that ...
Views: 955 - Glucosamine and Chondroitin: How Effective Are They? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Ken CharlesOsteoarthritis is a condition which is prevalent, mainly among people over the age of 50, in many parts of the world. In some countries, up to 10% of the population suffers with this disease, to some extent. The effect of osteoarthritis can vary from being a mild inconvenience to serious ...
Views: 1417(3 votes) - What Is Your Piriformis Muscle and How Does It Cause Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterHave you ever had a sharp and stabbing pain in your buttocks that can be so intense that it becomes virtually impossible to walk or do even the simplest things? Well, in most cases what you probably have is Piriformis syndrome. Piriformis syndrome is a problem with your Piriformis ...
Views: 1415 - 3 Reasons Why Sciatica Doesn’t Go Away - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Andrew HunterI sometimes hear people complain that their sciatica won’t go away despite the fact that they have done “everything” to get rid of it. Why is this? Are some people cursed to live in pain for the rest of their lives? I personally don’t think so. There is usually a much more common problem ...
Views: 19991 - Slipped Disc Low Back Injury - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Kimm smithThe term “pinched nerve” is somewhat of a catch-all phrase that is commonly used to describe the pain associated with a variety of conditions from subluxations, to tunnel syndromes to the referred pain from trigger points. Most of the time, what is called a pinched nerve is actually an ...
Views: 914(1 vote) - The 4 Important Factors in Effective Sciatica Cures - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’re looking for a cure for sciatica, you need to be careful exactly what you choose. After all, you very life may depend on it. Think I’m being a bit over-the-top? When you are in constant pain all day long, it can really affect everything you do from how (or if) you sleep, your day ...
Views: 1073 - 4 Common Types of Sciatica - Which Do You Have? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Andrew HunterA lot of people don't know this, but sciatica isn't a disease. It is actually a symptom of some other kind of problem. It is sort of a clue that something else is wrong, so to speak. You probably have sciatica, if you have a stabbing or shooting pain in your legs, buttocks, hips, or lower ...
Views: 12074 - Three Minutes to A Pain Free Life - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsMy back started hurting about a month ago for no real obvious reason. At first I thought it was due to my revised workout routine during my rehabilitation for a shoulder injury. I figured the pain would go away. But it didn’t. It stuck around day after day, week after week. It was an odd pain ...
Views: 3398 - 4 More Ways to Treat a Bulging Disc - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Andrew HunterDealing with a bulging disc can be difficult. Of course it probably hurts since there's a good chance it is pushing up against a nerve, but it can also be a little bit scary as well. I mean, it's kind of frightening to think that there is something going wrong with your body and if you don't ...
Views: 2364 - Relieve Neck Pain - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from sarah labdarNeck and back pain can have a debilitating effect on someone’s life. No one likes to experience pain however when it occurs the main goal is to make it stop as soon as possible. According to the National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS) neck pain is the 3rd most common type of pain ...
Views: 913 - Why Does Cold Weather Make Back Pain Worse? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Andrew HunterMaybe you’ve heard before that people with achy joints or arthritis can predict a cold snap coming long before the local weather man. Have you ever wondered why this is? Or maybe you yourself suffer from back pain that seems to get worse every time winter strikes and the temperature drops ...
Views: 5324 - How to Lose Weight and Get Rid of Back Pain at the Same Time - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Andrew HunterDid you know that excess body weight can contribute to back pain? Sure, muscular imbalances are the main cause, but let’s face it, extra weight isn’t going to help. The added padding from a little fat can increase the amount of stress put on your back and the amount of pressure on the discs ...
Views: 727 - Can Too Much Coffee Cause Sciatica? The Strange Truth Behind Your Cup of Joe - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterOkay, this is another odd-ball article topic here, but please bear with me. Have you ever wondered if the coffee you grab in the morning on the way to work might be causing your back pain and sciatica? Well, of course there are foods that you can eat that either hurt or help inflammation in ...
Views: 10521(1 vote) - Simple and Easy Sacroiliac Joint Exercises for Quick Relief - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterYour SI joint, or sacroiliac joint, is found in your pelvis. It connects your upper body and back to your hips and legs. Pain in this part of your body can be often be felt down to your buttocks or at the back of the thigh. When there is injury or inflammation in this area, it can really ...
Views: 2851 - What Is the Psoas Muscle and How Does It Cause Back Pain? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Andrew HunterThe psoas muscle (which is sometimes referred to as the Iliopsoas) is a large muscle that connects the upper back and the inner thigh. Though it might be difficult to imagine how a muscle could make this connection, the psoas is an extremely important muscle. It help to stabilize and torso as ...
Views: 2546 - How to Reduce Chronic Back Pain - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Your back is made up of muscles, so it’s only natural to feel back pains once in a while. Your muscles can get strained or stretched, especially if you engage in very strenuous activities such as lifting heavy objects. However, it becomes more ...
Views: 704 - 5 Popular Types of Massage for Back Pain and Healing - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Andrew HunterThere’s no doubt about it. Massages feel great! But can a massage relax away back pain? Of course massage should not be the sole treatment method that you employ to handle your back pain. Sure a massage can often reach the muscular tissue that may be tense or spasming, but more often than ...
Views: 1030 - Sciatica Exercises that can give you relief - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Darren FlemingThere are many people who are unaware of what sciatica exercises are. If you are one of them, then you should continue reading this article to find out the real thing behind this phenomenon. This type of exercises comes in various forms, they are not just used by a few individuals as part of ...
Views: 610 - Does Sitting Too Much Cause Sciatica? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Andrew HunterSomething that many people know is that sitting too much causes sciatica. After all, one thing that many cases of sciatica have in common is that the people that suffer from it generally have jobs or lifestyles that involve sitting for a good portion of the day, whether it be working at a desk ...
Views: 9120 - What Causes Sciatica During Pregnancy? (Probably Not What You Think) - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterWhat many women don’t realize when they first learn that they are pregnant is that they may be in store for sciatica pain. This can often come a s a surprise to woman and it can make what should be a happy and joyful time into a painful and agonizing time. Well, if you don’t already know, ...
Views: 890(1 vote) - Can Chocolate Cure Back Pain? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Andrew HunterI was having a conversation with my girlfriend this morning and she wanted to know if chocolate can cure back pain. At first I thought that this was a really stupid question, and just a desperate excuse to each chocolate. But let’s take a look at some facts. First though, I want you to ...
Views: 4177(1 vote) - The Many Causes of Sciatica Pain - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterNot many people realize this, but sciatica isn’t a diagnosis in itself. Sciatica is actually just a symptom of something else. There are quite a few things that can contribute to sciatica pain, but no matter which one you’re suffering from, the pain is still just as intense and just as ...
Views: 848(1 vote) - 3 Ways People Unintentionally Prolong Their Sciatica - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterA lot of people complain that their case of sciatica is more complicated that most. They say they've tried "everything" but nothing gets rid of it. Is this true? Is it really possible that most people's sciatica is an exception to the rule that lingers on and on despite all the usual ...
Views: 953(1 vote) - The No-Nonsense Guide Ending Piriformis Syndrome and Finding Lasting Reief - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterSo, you just got back from a visit to the doctor and they told you that you have Piriformis Syndrome. What exactly does this mean, and what can you do about it? Your Piriformis Muscle is located in your pelvis. It connects the top of your leg to your hips. Even though this muscle is very ...
Views: 1111 - 4 Little Known Cures for Sciatica (You Won’t Believe One of Them) - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterSciatica is probably one of the most painful and frustrating things a person will have to deal with in their life. The pain can strike your hips, back, or legs and make doing even the simplest things excruciatingly difficult. Suddenly simple things like going in to work or enjoying a weekend ...
Views: 1735 - 3 Reasons You Are Still Suffering with Sciatica - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Andrew HunterI see a lot of people complaining about how their sciatica pain won’t go away no matter what they do. Well, I’m probably not going to make a lot of friends by saying this, but if you are still suffering from sciatica despite doing “everything,” then there are probably some simple things that ...
Views: 1253 - What the Bleep Is a Bulging Disc? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Andrew HunterIt doesn’t matter who you are, if you’ve got back pain your first priority is to get rid of it. There are a lot of things that can cause back pain, anything from overused muscles and poor posture to herniated or bulging discs. But what exactly is a bulging disc anyway? The term “bulging ...
Views: 829(1 vote) - 3 Secrets to Finding Sciatica Relief - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Andrew HunterOh no! You feel that dull pain start to creep into your hips or lower back. Your sciatica is coming back! What can you do to fight off that sciatica flare up before the pain reaches an excruciating level and starts to interfere with your ability to get through the day or do simple things like ...
Views: 983 - Exercises for Lower Back Pain Relief - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2011 from N K SinghBack pain especially the lower back is one of the most common problems of recent times. However, the problem of lower back pain appears not that serious in the beginning that you and visit the doctor, but it keeps bothering you in your everyday regimen. But it can turn out to be a major spinal ...
Views: 768 - Is Chiropractic Care Safe? The Truth May Shock You - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Andrew HunterOkay, so you’ve got some back pain. What’s the first thing that pops into your mind? If you’re like most people, you probably think about a visit to the chiropractor. But is chiropractic care actually safe? Did you know that chiropractic manipulation of the neck is actually quite ...
Views: 2527 - Can Sleeping on the Floor Help Your Back? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Andrew HunterI’m sure you already know that the average person sleeps about 8 hours per day. That is one third of your life right there. Doesn’t it make sense then that we should put some thought into how we sleep? If you’ve been suffering from back pain, have you considered that it might be the result ...
Views: 20452 - Is That Beer Belly Causing Your Back Pain? The Truth May Shock You - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’re like most of us, you probably have a little extra padding around your middle that you’ve been meaning to get rid of for a while now. But did you know that extra weight might actually be causing your back pain and sciatica? In fact, when most people go to see a doctor about back ...
Views: 5034(1 vote) - 4 Effective Treatments for a Herniated Disc - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Andrew HunterA herniated disc happens when pressure is placed on your spine that causes the inter-vertebral discs to compress unevenly. This causes the discs to bulge outward. Your discs are essentially composed of two layers. The outer layer is firm and thick, the inner layer is soft and gel-like. ...
Views: 1485 - Is Your Job Causing Your Sciatica? The Truth May Shock You - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Andrew HunterA lot of us work in an office or at a desk for 8 hours a day. We sit in front of computers and do our job. But can this sort of lifestyle actually cause your sciatica? And more importantly, what can you do about it without getting a new job? If you don’t already know, sciatica is caused ...
Views: 3927(1 vote) - What Can Be Done to Relieve SI Joint Pain? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Andrew HunterThe sacroiliac joint (or SI joint) connects the base of the spine with the pelvis. Not surprisingly, the sacroiliac joint rests between the sacrum (S1 - S5 vertebrae) and the ilia bones (hips). The SI joint helps to protect your pelvis from fracture or damage due to the stress and torsion that ...
Views: 3414(1 vote) - What Are Muscle Imbalances and How Do They Cause Back Pain? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterIf you’ve ever read any of my other articles, you’ve probably noticed that I say that most back pain can be traced back to muscle imbalances as it’s root cause. What exactly am I talking about and how do they cause back pain? Your muscles are made out of fibers that can contract and stretch. ...
Views: 1536(1 vote) - Runner's Health - What Is Piriformis Syndrome? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterNot too many people know this, but I used to run on my high school’s track team. I wasn’t very good at it, so there’s really nothing to brag about. But the running was still good exercise. However it did come with a price. Sure, I’d get a case of shin splints now and then, but the real ...
Views: 2114(1 vote) - One Weird Trick to Get Rid of Sciatica Pain - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Andrew HunterThis article is definitely a little off the beaten path, so before I dive into this, I just want to clear up that I am not a medical professional and you should not use this information as a substitute for the advice of a qualified health care provider. But, if it seems like nothing else is ...
Views: 10403(1 vote) - The best natural remedies to get relief from back pain - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from N K SinghHowever, it has been observed that, most of the adults around the world are experiencing the issue with this lower back pain. And it is one of the common problems that everyone has. You can find some possible reasons like sprained ligament, muscle strains, slipped disk and some other joint ...
Views: 612(1 vote) - 3 Common Concerns About Buying an Inversion Table - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Andrew HunterInversion tables were quite popular in the 80’s, but then they fell into the background as other treatments for relieving back pain replaced them. However recently they have begun to resurface into popular treatments for back pain. Regardless of the skepticism and division in the medical ...
Views: 4972(1 vote) - Is Your Sciatica Pain a Nightmare? Discover How to Get a Good Night's Rest - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Andrew HunterSometimes sciatica and back pain can not only ruin your day, but it can even keep you up at night too. Sometimes the pain can be so bad that you just stay up all night completely unable to sleep at all. But if you combine these following three components, you’ll find that you can finally put ...
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