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Back pain is a prevalent ailment experienced by people of all ages. Some studies claim that about 23 percent of the world’s adults suffer from chronic back pain.

Nearly 40 million people all over the world suffer from spinal cord injury every year. Traffic accidents, sports injuries, and gunshot wounds are among some of the leading causes of this traumatic injury.

At first it was the laptop, then the smart phone and now the tablet. All of these devices have become part of our daily lives to the point of addiction. Years ago, laptops gradually surpassed desktop usage. Tablets aren’t far behind because we use our devices for business, academics, and leisure, enjoying the benefits that… Read more »

Nearly 80% of the population experiences lower back pain during their lives. A herniated lumbar disc, a condition in which the disc is displaced beyond the intervertebral disc space, is one of its biggest contributors.

Bad posture affects more than just your back. It can cause other health complications such as heartburn, incontinence, and constipation. As you read this blog, if your back isn’t straight and you’re not sitting comfortably, you may want to know what’s causing your poor posture.

Neck pain affects approximately two-thirds of the population at some point in their lives. Most of the time it’s our everyday activities and habits that cause neck discomfort in the first place. However it’s caused, neck pain can turn into a chronic condition, affecting your overall health.

Over 80% of Americans deal with back pain at least once in their lives, so it’s important to know how to avoid it. Poor posture is one of the leading contributors to back pain. Posture refers to how we position ourselves while standing, sitting, or going about the daily tasks in our lives. Good posture involves… Read more »

When somebody mentions surgery, we typically imagine blue scrubs, dim lighting, and scalpels. The prospect of getting surgery—especially on your spine—is scary, but sometimes it’s the best treatment for your condition.

Back pain is the single leading cause of disability around the world, preventing people from engaging in daily activities. It’s also the most common reason for work absenteeism, accounting for 264 million lost workdays each year.

According to the Hebrew SeniorLife Institute for Aging Research, one-third of Americans between 40 and 59 years of age show symptoms of moderate to severe degenerative disc disease.