Back Stories

You may be well aware of your body’s unique strengths and weaknesses, but your teenager’s growing and changing body is another story. Even if your son or daughter is a fine athlete who is well-conditioned, practiced, and seemingly in tune with how far they can push themselves, injuries can—and...Read more

Warning signs of spinal disc displacement and what to do about it Back pain affects as many as 80 percent of the population at one time or another, ranging from a temporary ache to serious disability. While some back ailments can resolve themselves without medical intervention, conditions like spin...Read more

Sciatic nerve pain and summer Many people complain of greater back pain in the winter, when cold weather can chill you to the bone and make muscles tighter. But, for those who have pain of the sciatic nerve, the summer months may be just as unpleasant. While it may seem strange that direct heat fro...Read more

Spinal pain and swimming It’s summer. It’s hot. Realllly hot, and the pool is calling your name. If you’re wondering if it’s OK to get in and go for a swim while you’re suffering from spinal pain, you’ll be happy to know that, in many cases, not only is it OK, it might actually be recom...Read more