Archive for the ‘Treatments’ Category
Pain Medications for Neck and Back Pain
September 4th, 2020 by Lauren
Has your doctor recommended pain medications for your neck or back pain? What are pain killers? How do these medications work? And what are the risks associated with them? Pain Medications for Spine Problems When treating spine conditions, doctors may use pain killers to help with the pain. But what exactly are pain killers? There […]
Neck Strengthening Exercises – Part 2 of Exercises for Neck Pain
July 7th, 2020 by Lauren
Last week we talked about some easy exercises you could do at home for your neck pain. Once you’re comfortable with those, you can move on to some neck strengthening exercises. If you missed last week’s article, check it out here: Exercises for Neck Pain You Can Do at Home Why Are Neck Strengthening Exercises […]
Non-Surgical Treatment Options (Most Treatments Don’t Require Surgery!)
April 17th, 2020 by Lauren
If you suffer from pain from your back or neck, surgery can be a scary option. But it’s not always needed, or recommended. In fact, 85% of Saratoga Spine patients don’t require surgery. There are many forms of non-surgical treatment options for individuals who aren’t candidates for surgery. Non-Surgical Treatment Options Anti-Inflammatory Medication Anti-inflammatory medicine […]
Do Supplements Help With Back Pain?
March 6th, 2020 by Lauren
The number of dietary, vitamin and herbal supplements available seems to be constantly growing. Can any of these supplements help with back pain? Possibly. But there are also risks associated with taking supplements. Let’s talk about those first. Supplement Risks Natural Doesn’t Always Mean Safe Just because a supplement comes from a plant doesn’t mean […]
Typical Sciatica Treatments (Surgical and Non-Surgical)
November 1st, 2019 by Lauren
Sciatica is a condition which can result in significant pain. If you’ve experienced it, you know how it can make everyday tasks difficult. So what options are available for sciatica treatment? See Also: What is Sciatica? Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Sciatica Oftentimes sciatica will resolve itself within 1-2 months. As a result, doctors often start […]
What’s the Difference Between a Spine Surgeon and a Neurosurgeon?
October 24th, 2019 by Lauren
Many spine surgeries are performed by both neurosurgeons and spine surgeons. So which should you choose? What’s the difference between a spine surgeon and a neurosurgeon? What is a Spine Surgeon? A spine surgeon is a type of orthopedic surgeon trained to treat disorders of the vertebral column. What is an orthopedic surgeon? An orthopedic […]
Using the Alexander Technique to Relieve Back or Neck Pain
September 27th, 2019 by Lauren
The Alexander Technique is a process by which people change their way of thinking as it relates to their body and movements. The goal of the system is to help people improve their posture and how they hold their body. See Also: Our previous article where we review the background and history of the Alexander […]
What Doctor to See for Sciatica?
June 28th, 2019 by Lauren
Trying to figure out what doctor to see for sciatica pain? Sciatica can be debilitating. Whether you have back pain, leg pain or both, here are some ways to find treatment. Sciatica is the term used to describe pain caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve. This nerve, located in your lower back, is formed […]
