While kyphosis can affect people of all ages, it most commonly occurs in older adults—specifically women—and is caused by osteoporosis. But this is just one of many different causes of kyphosis. Read on to learn more about other causes, the different types, as well as symptoms to look out for, and how it can be treated.
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Low back pain (LBP) is the second most common complaint heard by primary care physicians in the US. Fortunately, most cases of LBP, regardless of cause, resolve in two to four weeks. We look into the 12 most common causes of LBP.
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Before engaging in any activity, one should ask themselves if they’re putting themselves at risk. It’s a question worth exploring in any situation. So, how can you take care of your spine?
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When we spend our days sitting in front of computer screens, driving, or looking down at paperwork, slouching becomes a habit. Here are 10 tips to get you standing up straight and taking up space.
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For years Americans have been reaching for acetaminophen (better known as Tylenol) when encountering significant lower back pain. But now a new report suggests that Tylenol does virtually nothing to help alleviate these issues. The report, which comes from the University of Sydney’s The George Institute for Global Health, is based on an examination of […]
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A new study shows that a drug which targets the nerves in the spine could help repair serious spinal cord injuries. Remarkably, the study– which was recently published in the journal Nature — suggests that people with these injuries could regain some control of their limbs and bladder. Significant damage to the spinal cord can […]
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