Posts Tagged ‘back pain’
Are My Hip Pain and Back Pain Related?
November 28th, 2018 by Lauren
People who suffer from both hip pain and back pain can experience lower back pain, groin pain, thigh pain, pain in the buttocks, and sometimes knee pain. The term “hip-spine syndrome” was coined to describe individuals who suffer from pain in these areas. However, because the pain can vary in location, diagnosing the source of […]
Epidural Steroid Injections – Frequently Asked Questions
November 21st, 2018 by Lauren
An Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI) is a common procedure used to treat back pain. This spinal injection is most often used to treat pain related to a herniated disc or spinal stenosis. Note: You may also be interested in our article on facet joint injections. What is an Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI)? An epidural steroid […]
Music Therapy: Sometimes Music is the Best Medicine
September 28th, 2018 by Lauren
Turn on some music and feel the pain subside. What?! Listening to your favorite artist won’t fix what’s ailing you but music therapy has been found to be effective in treating chronic pain! What is Music Therapy? Music therapy is the use of music to help improve individuals’ physical and emotional health. Using music to […]
Should You Take Narcotics for Back Pain?
August 9th, 2018 by Lauren
Many wonder whether they should take narcotics for neck or back pain. Specifically, the use of painkillers such as oxycodone, morphine and fentanyl worry some people because of the severe risks associated with these drugs. Should you take these painkillers for your neck or back pain? Medicine For Back Pain at Home Depending on your […]
Back Pain and Mattress Selection
June 4th, 2018 by Lauren
If you have back pain what should you look for in your mattress selection process? Which is the best mattress for those who suffer from back pain? Several studies done on the subject have concluded that a medium firm mattress (MFM) is the best choice. Study: Effect of Mattress Selection on Muscle and Joint Pain […]
What Causes Lower Back and Leg Pain?
May 29th, 2018 by Lauren
Did you know that issues in your spine can cause you pain in different areas of your body? It’s not uncommon for problems in the spine to cause pain that radiates down the leg. In fact, one study reported that 60% of individuals that brought up back pain to their primary care physician described having […]
Back Pain and Gluten: Are the Two Related?
May 16th, 2018 by Lauren
In this article we’ll explore the relationship, if any, between back pain and gluten. Back Pain And Gluten Intolerance Are back pain and gluten related? In recent years there have been an increase in the number of individuals diagnosed with an allergy or intolerance to gluten. These conditions are referred to as Celiac disease and […]
