Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is among the most common causes of low back pain, but surprisingly, few people truly understand what it is and what its symptoms are. To define it succinctly, DDD occurs when the discs separating the vertebrae of the spine become worn and begin to break down. The degeneration of these [...]
By now, you’ve probably heard it—sitting is bad for you and can cause severe back pain. Not only does sitting for extended lengths of time cause problems in your hips and back, research shows that it is slowly killing you. According to Nilofer Merchant, who presented a TED Talk on the subject in 2013, [...]
Hip pain is an all too common problem, and it doesn’t only affect those in their golden years. Anyone, from high school athletes to grandma and grandpa, can experience hip pain for many different reasons. The exact cause of your hip pain can be difficult to discern, but with the right knowledge, you and [...]
When you’re in pain, even the simplest tasks can feel grueling, especially if it’s your back that is hurting you. Fortunately, there is a simple way to treat many forms of back pain that does not involve invasive surgery or addictive pain relievers—spinal decompression. This painless treatment gently stretches the spine so that it [...]
With a new technological advancement on hand, back specialists in Miami can now provide better healthcare outcomes to their patients, who in turn receive a quick fix right at the spot. The Protec Floating Manipulative Therapy System aids in back pain relief. It's an easy to grasp device capable of providing effective therapy and [...]
If you live in a big city like Miami, back pain can hinder your life if not properly managed and controlled. Whenever you have a chronic condition, it can make daily life difficult-constant pain and unrelenting fatigue often get in the way. If you're exhausted and ready to cut down on over-the-counter medications you [...]
Sciatica results in the condition of numbness, tingling, pain, and muscle spasms. Although many people go weeks or even months without taking care of their symptoms, sometimes they can lead to severe consequences if they go on too long. If you suffer from hip, leg, and foot pain due to [...]
Stress affects the health of most individuals at certain points in their lives. Working to achieve a work-life balance allows for an individual to live healthy without tension. However, stress is rampant throughout the workplace - according to The American Institute of Stress, workplace stress costs U.S. industry about $300 billion a year due [...]
People often wonder about an effective back pain treatment in Florida. Chiropractors have seen many different patients who suffer from terrible pain, preventing them from working. One of the most common questions they hear from new patients is, "How do you treat back pain?" The simple answer is: chiropractic doctors treat the root of [...]
Peripheral neuropathy causes weakness, numbness, and pain, and usually occurs in the hands and feet, though it can affect other areas of the body as well. But does federal workers' compensation cover it? Your peripheral nervous system is very important—it relays information between your central nervous system, which consists of your brain and spinal [...]
