Posts Tagged ‘neck pain’
Alcohol and Neck Pain: 3 Ways Drinking Can Be a Pain in the Neck!
January 27th, 2020 by Lauren
In a previous article we discussed alcohol and back pain. In this article, we’re going to keep the focus on the neck. Some people find that they wake up with neck pain the morning after having a few drinks. Could they be related? Let’s take a look at three ways drinking can be a literal […]
How to Choose the Best Pillow for Neck Pain
January 16th, 2020 by Lauren
You spend about one-third of your day sleeping. The position of your neck during that time can have a great impact on your spine and any neck pain you experience. Here are some tips for choosing the best pillow if you suffer from neck pain. Factors to Consider When Choosing a Pillow Pillow Material Feather, […]
3 Neck Stretches for Neck Pain and Forward Head Posture
December 30th, 2019 by Lauren
If you have chronic neck pain or find yourself looking down at your phone too much these 3 stretches for neck pain may be helpful. Posture, Posture, Posture Before we talk about neck stretches we need to talk about posture. Remembering good posture can be critical in preventing or alleviating neck pain. What do we […]
7 Ways to Prevent Back and Neck Pain While Studying
August 27th, 2019 by Lauren
Studying can be a pain in the neck, literally. But you don’t literally have to suffer from back or neck pain while studying. Here are 7 ways to prevent pain from schoolwork. How to Prevent Neck Pain While Studying 1. Correct Your Posture Did your mother ever say… “don’t slouch” or “sit up straight”. Well, […]
The Physical Effects of Technology
July 18th, 2019 by Lauren
What are the physical effects of technology use? In a previous post on the Saratoga Spine blog we talked about growing concern over a new phenomenon dubbed text neck. Additional research suggests an even more significant impact to our bodies. But, not all experts agree. What is Text Neck? Text neck, also called tech neck […]
Cervical Radiculitis – Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
June 20th, 2019 by Lauren
Have you heard of cervical radiculitis? What about radiculopathy? Did someone mention it and you don’t know what it means? In this article we’ll focus on understanding this condition and treatment options for those suffering from it. What Is Cervical Radiculitis? What does cervical radiculitis mean? Let’s break down the terms. Cervical refers to the […]
The Best Chairs for Neck and Back Pain
May 15th, 2019 by Lauren
What are the best chairs for back and neck pain? Let’s review some popular desk chair options and see which ones help back pain. Using a Chair with an Ergonomic Back Design If you shop for an office chair you’ll see many newer ones called “ergonomic”. These usually have back support designed to reduce the […]
What Doctor Should I See for Neck Pain?
April 29th, 2019 by Lauren
When people think of the spine they think of their back. But, the spine starts in the neck. In fact, a lot of neck pain results from spine conditions in the cervical, or upper, part of the spine. This makes a spine specialist the perfect doctor to see for neck pain! What Doctor Treats Neck […]