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The Cold and Pain
Cold temperatures are often associated with an increase in back pain. While only some of us believe that, there is some scientific data that suggests the statement is true. The Northeast has experienced a record cold winter, and I am sure many are tired of it. Unfortunately, the cold is associated with increased musculoskeletal complaints, […]
Walk with Me
I have always wanted to be one of those people who can say, “Oh I ran 10k and then popped into work”, but I have never been that person. First of all, I hate running. I feel like I look like an idiot in trouble, flailing my way through the neighborhood. Second, I always end […]
Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease is not really a disease but a term used to describe the normal changes in the spine due to age. It happens throughout the whole spine but mostly in the lumbar discs as they have the most pressure on them throughout life. This is caused by the loss of fluid in the disc […]
Menopause and Bone Health
Every now and then a patient will come in complaining of low back pain with no known injury. After an x-ray is performed, they are informed they have a fracture in their spine. It is usually a surprise, as is a diagnosis of osteoporosis, following testing. Let’s talk…. If you are a woman over 50, […]
Camping and Back Pain
Though the rest of the northern hemisphere is heading toward cooler weather, we in Florida are just getting to our nicest time of the year for most outdoor activities. Camping is a favorite thing for a lot of people, but what if you have back problems? What are some ways you can enjoy the experience […]
InterLaminar Decompression and Instrumentation
Spinal stenosis is a very common problem afflicting many people after the age of 60. It should not be considered a disease, but rather a normal process of aging. The degenerative cascade is the process by which the disk degenerates or collapses. Because of the collapse, the facet joints of the posterior spine rub abnormally […]
