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Americans are no strangers to back pain — nearly 65 million Americans report a recent experience with the problem. If you want to steer clear of back pain, here are a few tips that can improve your spine health.

The prevalence of knee osteoarthritis has doubled since the 1950s, which is just one reason why so many Americans complain of knee pain. If you’re struggling with painful knees, here are some dos and don’ts.

Believe it or not, you don’t have to be working on a construction site to injure yourself on the job. Whether you’re in a warehouse or a corner office, workplace injuries can happen, and here are some of the more common.

You’ve been injured or you have a medical condition that prevents you from earning a living, and you want to know how you can make ends meet. Social Security Disability is one option, if you meet the requirements.

Thanks to spinal stenosis — perhaps in your neck or in your lower back — you’re in a good deal of pain, and you want relief. Rather than turning to risky medications, there’s a good case to be made for medical marijuana.

One of the primary complaints when it comes to rheumatoid arthritis (RA), aside from discomfort, is general fatigue. Here’s a look at why RA causes a lack of energy and what we can do about the problem.

You’ve developed arthritis, you’ve had orthopedic surgery, or you’re nursing a tendon injury — these are just three scenarios in which platelet-rich plasma therapy can play an effective role in healing.

You’re experiencing lower back pain, in addition to other symptoms in seemingly unrelated areas. The side effects that come with sciatica are quite distinguishable, and we review them here.

When you’re experiencing pain due to a condition like carpal tunnel syndrome, you’re likely not keen to add to your discomfort by undergoing surgery. Luckily, there are plenty of nonsurgical steps we can take to bring you relief.

As you get older, you’re finding that your joints are becoming more stiff and painful, and you’re starting to reconsider some activities because of the discomfort. The odds are that you have osteoarthritis, which we discuss here.

Your hip has developed a constant ache or an occasional throb, and you’re wondering whether it’s overexertion or the sign of another issue. Here, we take a look at four common causes of hip pain and how we can help.

Sure, your mother may have scolded you for slouching, but poor posture is far more problematic than you might think, as it can lead to pain. So, if you won’t listen to your mother, let us try to convince you.

The expression, “Garbage in, garbage out,” very much applies to your body. What you eat has a direct effect on your body, including its ability to ward off pain. Here’s a look at how you can find improved relief through your diet.

Your back is in pain, day in and day out, but you grit your teeth and plow forward, refusing to acknowledge the problem. Soon enough, the pain takes on a life of its own, creating a host of new issues.

Chronic is a term you rarely want to hear when it comes to your health, especially when it involves pain. Unfortunately, chronic pain is prevalent, but we do offer many solutions that can bring you relief.

When sciatica strikes, even the smallest movements can cause shooting pain down your back and leg, making finding relief a top priority. Here are five frontline treatments for sciatica that will help you move again with ease.

Your joint begins to hurt, but you ignore the nagging pain, unfortunately, at your peril. We want to make the case for seeing us at the first signs of pain in your joints, as early intervention can make all the difference.

It can be hard to get on the road to relief because of the hurdle that the pain creates. With radiofrequency ablation, we take care of the pain so that you can find longer-lasting solutions for spine and joint problems.

When a knot or spasm in your muscles develops as a result of your active lifestyle, trigger point injections are a great way to release the tension and get you back in the game. Here’s a look at how this quick-and-easy treatment works.

Few things can hijack your emotional health the way that pain can, but when the pain becomes chronic, it can lead to serious mental health issues. In the following, we explore how pain can become much more than an unpleasant sensation.

As winter ushers in colder air, you brace for more joint pain. Instead of succumbing to the added discomfort, you can take a few steps, quite literally, to keep arthritis pain at bay. Here’s what you need to know.

Sciatica is one of the more common problems that can develop in your lower back and one of the most treatable. That said, tailoring a treatment to your unique situation and goals is important.

Your knees are among the hardest-working joints in your body, which puts them in the direct line of fire when it comes to injury and progressive conditions like arthritis. But not all knee pain stems from common problems. Here’s a look.

When lower back pain strikes, the effects can be far-reaching, making even the simple act of getting out of bed in the morning almost unbearable. Deciding when you should seek treatment depends on a few factors, and we discuss them here.

If you’ve been in a car accident, it’s all you can do to process the damage — to your car, to others, and to yourself. And even if you seem physically unhurt at the scene, once the adrenaline wears off you may find that you’re really not OK.

Arthritis has no cure, which leaves you struggling to find the best techniques for managing the pain. While there are plenty of interventional therapies, there are equally as many effective all-natural approaches.

When it comes to chronic back and neck pain, spinal stenosis is one of the more common causes, especially in the older demographics. Apart from age, explore how heredity can also play a role in whether you develop stenosis.

Every year, 4.6 million Americans injure themselves at work. If you find yourself in this group, your first steps are the most critical for receiving the care you need — and it all starts with an initial evaluation of your workplace injury.

If you’re struggling with a painful knot in your muscle or connective tissue, the best way to resolve the problem is to untie that knot, as it were. Trigger point injections accomplish just that, allowing you and your muscles to relax.

If you’re dealing with debilitating pain, it can overshadow your life in innumerable ways and leave you feeling as if no one understands your predicament. The key is finding the right doctor to get to the bottom of your pain and manage it.

Americans are no strangers to back pain, as nearly half of adults report lower back pain each year. If your back pain is resisting conservative treatments, it might be time to quiet your pain signals through radiofrequency ablation.

If your working life relies on your ability to tap away at a keyboard, you can ill afford to be dealing with carpal tunnel syndrome. Luckily, there are treatments that allow you to continue to work should the condition develop. Here’s how.

There are a whopping six million car accidents each year in the United States, injuring three million people, two million of whom sustain permanent damage. Here’s why you should seek immediate help after a car accident, even if it’s just a fender bender.

If you’re in the throes of sciatica, even reaching down to pet the dog can cause agonizing pain. Here are some tips to weather — and reduce — sciatica pain.

Tens of millions of people in the United States deal with the pain and limitations of arthritis on a daily basis. Here’s a look at a few of the ways they make their lives better.

You’ve turned 50 and you no longer jump out of bed with a spring in your step. Instead, you grunt your way through getting dressed and wince every time you move certain joints. Is this normal?

Chronic pain can be an incredible hindrance on your daily life, but trigger point injections can provide much-needed relief.

Chronic pain interferes with daily tasks, your work, and your mood. Finding solutions to pain can improve your quality of life so you can enjoy the things you love to do. Pain medications are often a valuable part of a treatment plan.

Spinal stenosis can cause pain and dysfunction that interferes with your ability to do the things you love. Learn about treatments that can alleviate your pain and help you get back to your daily routine.

If you’re suffering through the pain of a herniated disc, you may have wondered what led to the condition in the first place. Discover how weight, smoking, wear and tear, injury, and your occupation might have increased your risk of a herniated disc.

On-the-job injuries require expert medical care and careful follow-through with all of the details of workers’ compensation. Learn more about what you must do to protect your health and your compensation rights after a work-related accident.

The trauma associated with a car accident can impact you both physically and mentally, and in ways that may not be apparent immediately after the accident occurs. Late-emerging pain symptoms are common after automobile collisions.

Arthritis can affect any joint in your body and cause pain and immobility. Most treatment for arthritis is aimed at relieving your symptoms. But regenerative medicine therapies look for a more permanent solution.

If you’re tired of living with chronic back pain, you don’t have to resort to surgery to find relief. Find out how stem cells, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), therapeutic injections, and medical marijuana can help put an end to back pain.