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4 Nonsurgical Treatments for Spinal Pain

If you have spinal pain, surgery doesn’t necessarily need to come into the conversation. Keep reading to learn about four effective nonsurgical treatments for spinal pain.

Apr 16th, 2024

What Is the Difference Between a Physiatrist and Physical Therapist?

If you’re dealing with a musculoskeletal problem, you might think your physiatrist will be performing the physical therapy they’ve prescribed, but you’d be wrong. Keep reading to learn the difference between a physiatrist and a physical therapist.

Mar 6th, 2024

Sciatica vs. a Herniated Disc: How to Tell the Difference

A herniated disc in your spine and sciatica, a condition of the spine, can often produce similar symptoms, so how can you tell the difference between them? We’ve got the answer for you here.

Feb 9th, 2024

When Is Spinal Decompression Therapy the Right Course of Action?

Spinal decompression therapy is one tool in a physiatrist’s arsenal to help relieve radiating pain caused by a compressed nerve root. We have the details about the process here.

Jan 10th, 2024

5 Common Sports Injuries and How They’re Treated

If you play sports, you’ll probably get injured at some point. Here are five of the most common sports injuries and how they’re treated.

Dec 6th, 2023

Oh, My Aching Joints

If you wake up and go to sleep each day with aching joints, you may have arthritis. There’s no cure, but treatment can give you back a normal life. Here’s how.

Nov 15th, 2023

Finding Peripheral Neuropathy Relief Through Physiatry

If you struggle with the pain and numbness of peripheral neuropathy, physiatry may be a good option for relief. Not familiar with the specialty? Learn all about it here.

Oct 23rd, 2023

Common Sports Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Many sports injuries are common and routinely treated, but learning how to prevent them from occurring is key to exercising safely. We have tips for you here.

Sep 6th, 2023

5 Body Systems That Respond Well to Osteopathic Manipulation

Osteopathic manual manipulation (OMM) is a hands-on therapy that takes a holistic view of the body and its interconnected systems. Here are five body systems that respond particularly well to this form of treatment.

Aug 8th, 2023

Try Spinal Decompression Therapy to Relieve Disc Pain

If your neck or back is in pain, and you’ve been diagnosed with a disc-related problem, spinal decompression therapy may be just what the doctor ordered. Here’s why.

Jul 20th, 2023

What Is Radiculopathy, and Who Is at Risk for Getting It?

Radiculopathy, or traveling nerve pain, occurs when spinal cord nerves become compressed. Keep reading to learn more about the condition, who’s at risk for it, and what we can do to help.

Jun 13th, 2023

Understanding the Two Types of Spinal Decompression Therapy

If you’re experiencing back pain stemming from nerve root compression, you may find relief with spinal decompression therapy. Keep reading to learn about the two types.

May 19th, 2023

When Is Osteopathic Manual Medicine the Best Choice?

If you’re looking for nonsurgical and nonpharmacological treatment options for your health conditions, osteopathic manual medicine (OMM) can be a great option. Learn how you can benefit from it here.

Apr 13th, 2023

4 Nonsurgical Treatments that Provide Care for Your Spine

If you’re dealing with spine problems but don’t want the pain and long recovery time of surgery, you’re in luck. We have four nonsurgical treatments to care for your spine and help you be pain-free.

Mar 14th, 2023

What to Expect During Spinal Decompression Therapy

Spinal decompression therapy may be right for you if you’re dealing with neck or back pain that’s not responding to rest and anti-inflammatory medications. Here’s what you can expect.

Feb 17th, 2023

What to Do About Recurrent Tendon Problems

Tendon inflammation and pain can recur if you don’t treat them properly or rest enough before jumping back into the fray. Fortunately, we have ways to prevent that from happening.

Jan 13th, 2023

5 Ways to Protect Your Spine from Age-Related Damage

Age-related damage to your spine is not an inevitable part of getting older. Here are five ways you can protect your spine from damage.

Dec 14th, 2022

Telltale Signs of Facet Syndrome (back/neck pain)

Facet syndrome is a spinal condition that causes back or neck pain. Learn to recognize the telltale signs so you’ll know when to get medical help.

Nov 14th, 2022

Is There Any Cure for Fibromyalgia?

If you’re living with the chronic pain and discomfort of fibromyalgia, you may wonder if there’s any cure. Unfortunately, there isn’t, but there are treatments that can help. Keep reading to learn more.

Oct 12th, 2022

Say Goodbye to Sciatica Pain

Sciatica, a compression of the sciatic nerve, causes pain, weakness, and numbness along its length, but there’s no need to suffer any more. We’ve got treatments that let you say goodbye to sciatica once and for all.

Sep 11th, 2022

Does a Shin Splint Heal on Its Own?

Shin splints are repetitive stress injuries that cause pain and swelling in the tissues of the lower leg. Can a shin splint heal on its own? Find out here.

Aug 10th, 2022

Am I at Risk for Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the spinal canal, causes pain that starts in the neck or back and radiates into the extremities. Are you at risk for developing this condition? Find out here.

Jul 12th, 2022

7 Conditions that Respond Well to SpineMED®

If you’re experiencing back pain, you may be a candidate for SpineMED® decompression therapy. Learn which conditions respond well to the treatment here.

May 5th, 2022

The Benefits of Working with a DO

A DO is a type of medical doctor that takes a holistic approach to treating patients. Keep reading to learn about the many benefits of working with a DO.

Apr 7th, 2022

Understanding the Telltale Signs of Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative disc disease is a common spinal problem, especially as you get older. Understanding the telltale signs will help you get the treatment you need before the condition becomes advanced.

Mar 8th, 2022

Why Should I Choose Nonsurgical Spinal Care Instead of Traditional Surgery?

If you have back pain, most causes don’t require surgery to find relief. Keep reading to learn why you should choose nonsurgical care for your spinal condition.

Feb 9th, 2022

Get Relief from Radiculopathy with Spinal Decompression Therapy

If you’ve got pain shooting down your nerves into your arms or legs, chances are one of your spinal nerve roots is “pinched” or compressed. Keep reading how spinal decompression therapy can give you relief.

Jan 13th, 2022

Is Working From Home a Pain in Your Neck?

If working from home is a literal pain in the neck, you need to work on better ergonomics. Keep reading to learn how to avoid neck pain and treat it if it develops.

Nov 10th, 2021

5 Benefits of Osteopathic Manipulation

Osteopathic manipulation is a process of holistic healing designed to bring all the body’s systems back into balance. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of this fast-growing medical practice.

Oct 13th, 2021

Long-Term Effects of Joint and Muscle Pain

Long-term joint and muscle pain can be debilitating, robbing you of your quality of life. Learn more about the types of joint and muscle problems that can lead to long-term pain and what we can do to help you.

Sep 8th, 2021

Is Runner’s Knee Inevitable? Treatment and Prevention

Patellofemoral pain syndrome, or runner’s knee, is a common but not inevitable part of running or being active. Learn how you can prevent it from developing here.

Aug 13th, 2021

6 Common Causes of Back and Neck Pain

Neck and back pain are extremely common, but they can be caused by a number of different conditions. Keep reading to learn about six of the most common reasons for developing neck and back pain.

Jul 22nd, 2021

Signs of Degenerative Disc Disease

If you’re experiencing pain in any area of your back, especially if it radiates down your arms or legs, you could be suffering from degenerative disc disease (DDD). Learn how to spot the signs of this condition here.

Jun 22nd, 2021

Why Should I Choose an Osteopathic Physician?

You may not spend a lot of time thinking about your doctor’s degree, but you should. There’s a difference between an MD and a DO, and here’s why the letters after your physician’s name matter.

May 19th, 2021

Learn How Spinal Decompression Can Alleviate Chronic Back and Neck Pain

Chronic neck and back pain can make it hard to get through your day and impossible to sleep at night. Spinal decompression therapy can provide nonsurgical, drug-free relief for your chronic pain and get your life back on track.

Apr 18th, 2021

4 Common Sports Injuries

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, nothing can stop you faster than a sports injury. While you can’t always avoid these problems, you can take precautions to prevent some of the most common injuries.

Feb 15th, 2021

Spinal Decompression Therapy: Can It Help Sciatica?

Tired of tingling, numbness, or stabbing sciatica pain slowing you down? It could be time to try a state-of-the-art, nonsurgical solution. See what sets sciatica apart from other back pain and how spinal decompression therapy can help.

Jan 6th, 2021

5 Benefits of Osteopathic Manual Medicine

Skeptical about how physical manipulation could offer therapeutic benefits? When performed by a licensed osteopathic physician, it can treat numerous issues affecting your joints, bones, muscles, and other tissue.

Dec 14th, 2020

Early Signs of Degenerative Disc Disease

We rarely give our spines much thought until something goes drastically wrong. However, many back conditions are far easier to treat when detected as early as possible. Learn how to spot the signs of degenerative disc disease.

Nov 13th, 2020

How Spinal Decompression can Alleviate Chronic Back and Neck Pain

You don’t have to take medication or resort to surgery to put an end to chronic back or neck pain. Find out how spinal decompression therapy gently addresses disc-related neck, back, or sciatic nerve pain to help you find lasting relief.

Oct 27th, 2020

Osteopathic Manipulation: Drug-Free Relief for Joint and Muscle Pain

Chronic joint and muscle pain can be exhausting, particularly if it limits your range of motion or restricts your mobility. Find out how osteopathic manipulation relieves pain by encouraging your body to heal itself.

Aug 24th, 2020

What Every Athlete and Weekend Warrior Should Know About Sports-Related Back Pain

Sports-related back pain affects weekend warriors and seasoned athletes alike. Here’s how to determine if your pain stems from a simple injury that will most likely resolve itself or a more serious problem that requires expert care.

Jul 22nd, 2020