It’s not a terminal disease and it won’t kill you, but lower back pain can sometimes make you wish you were dead. Or at least unconscious for a while. Stabbing pain, shooting pain, radiating pain, dull annoying pain, or even seriously debilitating pain – lower back pain can make the toughest person burst into tears. …
86 billion dollars. According to WebMD, that’s how much Americans spend every year on back and neck pain treatments. Not a surprising number, when you consider that low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the most common reason for missed work and visits to the doctor. This is why you need …
Back muscle spasms can be a debilitating and painful condition for many people. These sudden and intense muscle contractions or cramps can also cause stiffness and disrupt your sleep. In some cases, the pain may even radiate to other parts of the body such as the legs or arms. If you are suffering from back …
Not many things are more painful and frustrating than a serious lower back injury. Whether it’s caused by trauma (sudden fall, car accident), or lifting something heavy (at work or at the gym), a low back injury can easily become debilitating and long-lasting. The Common Types of Lower Back Injury Just like with any other …
Here’s why sleeping positions for lumbar herniated disc are so important: A few simple modifications to your sleep position can help take the load off your lower back while allowing you a full night’s sleep and faster recovery – from herniated or bulging discs. Let’s start with the worst sleep position for herniated disc: The …