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Out of the 8.2% of Americans with chronic severe back pain, 74.8% of them struggle with mobility, self-care, work participation, or social participation. These statistics illustrate the far-reaching impact that chronic back pain can have on your life, especially if it becomes severe.  Unfortunately, spinal surgery is invasive, requires a lengthy recovery period, and involves significant risks. So, it’s no […]

Are you struggling with persistent back pain that radiates to your arm or leg? You could be dealing with a herniated disc. This common spinal condition develops when one of the rubbery discs in between the vertebrae becomes damaged. The soft disc interior pushes out to the tough exterior, causing pressure, pain, and possible nerve impingement. When non-surgical therapies fail […]

Experiencing back pain while performing your day-to-day activities can be debilitating. With back pain, it’s difficult to be productive throughout the day and even to get a good night’s sleep. This creates a cycle that prevents your back from healing. Fortunately, there are steps you can take throughout your day that can protect your back and encourage healing. This article […]

If you’re suffering from severe knee pain, you may be evaluating your treatment options. While joint replacement surgery used to be considered one of the only treatments for chronic knee pain, patients can now consider regenerative options like stem cell therapy.  Let’s compare the pros and cons of stem cell therapy and joint replacement for chronic knee pain.  Joint Replacement […]

Many factors can contribute to persistent back pain, including your diet. While adjusting your diet is unlikely to resolve back pain, it can support your recovery process and help with pain management. This is because your diet can play a large role in your body’s inflammatory response. How Does Inflammation Affect Back Pain? Inflammation is your immune system’s response to […]