Why Movement Is So Important When You Have Back Pain

Why Movement Is So Important When You Have Back Pain

When you are in pain – particularly if it’s low back pain – your initial reaction may be to stop all activity and rest. In fact, however, the opposite is often true. Let’s stop for a moment and not get ahead of ourselves. If you have back problems, you should first...
A Nonsurgical Alternative for Degenerative Disk Pain

A Nonsurgical Alternative for Degenerative Disk Pain

The disks in your spine are rubbery cushions between the bones in your spinal column. These bones are known as vertebrae. These discs act as shock absorbers. As you move, bend or twist, your discs enable you to do that comfortably. When they are healthy, discs act as...
Your Car May Be Contributing to Your Aching Back

Your Car May Be Contributing to Your Aching Back

Driving can be a stressful experience. The daily traffic on the Schuylkill Expressway. Drivers who dart in front of you without the courtesy of a turning signal. The challenge of successfully clearing center-city traffic light cameras. The short fuse of fellow drivers...
Epidural Steroid Injections for Back Pain

Epidural Steroid Injections for Back Pain

Reports show that 50 to 85% of adults experience back pain at some point, with a high prevalence in adults who are 65 years of age and older. One widely used treatment for low back and leg pain has been fluoroscopically guided epidural steroid injections (ESIs). In...