Hot or Cold
Should you be using a hot or cold compress for your injuries? It really depends on the type of injury. Applying heat to an area helps to loosen muscles and…
Walking
The best way to overcome acute back pain is to be active. Walking for 10-15 minutes twice a day can help stretch and strengthen the support structures of your spine,…
Cold Weather Pain
Why does the cold weather really affect your back pain?Our body's natural response to the cold is a process called vasoconstriction. During this time our blood vessels narrow and redirect…
Staying Active
Doctors recommend that people stay active to reduce pain, rather than prescribing rest. This is because staying in shape––whether it's stretching daily or exercising, helps boost circulation and strengthens back…
Standing and Stretching
When you spend eight hours a day sitting at a desk, it can be difficult to focus on anything other than your posture. Poor postural habits such as hunching forward…
Sleep
Getting the appropriate amount of sleep each night is critical for the prevention and treatment of back and neck discomfort. Our muscles and other body tissues heal during sleep, so…
Poor Posture
Slouching is detrimental to your spine's health. Sitting hunched over at work puts extra stress on the muscles and ligaments that support your back. Over time, poor posture can lead…
Auto Accidents
We all know that wintertime can lead to a rise in auto accidents, but did you know that the majority of these injuries go unreported? Most people don't realize how…
Keep Active
As you are running around doing all the shopping and parties with friends and family, you may have to put your exercise routine on hold. This can lead to more…
Slip and Fall
Spine injuries can be a very serious issue that affects your quality of life, and may even lead to permanent disability. Injuries from slips and falls are all too common…