The Back & Neck Pain Blog
Many of us wake up with stiff necks. More often than we want to admit! And when you experience a stiff neck, the pain and limited range of motion tend to make daily activities quite difficult. These symptoms can last a few days to several weeks. Which may be followed by severe headaches, upper-shoulder pain, […]
Back pain is such a bother. Whether it be a work-related strain, a persistent spasm, a charlie horse in the wee hours of the morning, or a crick in the side of your neck. Muscle pain is one of the most uncomfortable and unpredictable issues that we face. Therefore, we understand that finding good plant […]
Calcium is a very important part of all our diets. It keeps our bones strong and helps us steer clear of osteoporosis as we age. Most of us know, the only way we can receive this mineral is through our diet. It’s essential that we provide our bodies with enough of it. Therefore, it’s important […]
As we age, the risk of breaking bones increases. This is typically due to osteoporosis, a condition in which bones weaken. When bones weaken, it leads to an increased probability of fractures. The good thing is that you can minimize these risks! Learn how to improve your bone health in this article. By making smart […]
It’s certainly interesting how things have changed over the years when it comes to exercising with pain! If you were to visit your physician a decade ago complaining of back pain, you would most likely be bedridden with your back immobilized. However, nowadays this has been shown to have been an ineffective way of recovery. […]
A herniated disc occurs when the soft gel-like center of a disc slips out of place. Therefore, causing back, neck, and arm pain. At times, you can have a tingling or numbness in either leg or arm. This can be a painful ordeal, and most doctors recommend therapy to treat these symptoms. However, if you […]
Nowadays, biking is used as a recreational activity, a sport, and for exercising. However, if you are not careful, you can develop a biking injury in your neck and/or the back. Therefore, biking tips, safety measures when biking are crucial. Some of the factors that determine your biking style include: The terrain The type of […]
Back and neck pain can easily stop you from going about your typical day; it can limit your capabilities and movement. The factors causing this discomfort to varying, but the key reason behind it is how you hold yourself while moving, standing, and most importantly, sitting. While at work, you spend most of your time sitting. […]
What is Sciatica? Pain from sciatica is a an irritation of the sciatic nerve. It affects 4 out of every 10 people. The sciatic nerve emerges from either end of the spine and runs through the pelvis and buttocks. The nerve commences in the lumbar region of the spine (at the L4 and L5 levels.) […]
We are excited to announce that spine surgeon Anup Gangavalli, M.D., FAAOS has joined our Boca Raton medical team. Dr. Gangavalli is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and reconstructive spine surgery. Dr. Gangavalli brings with extensive knowledge and training to our Boca Raton spine center in a wide array of spinal disorders […]