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Read what these experts have to say about back pain, treatments, spine surgery, exercise, and more.

Popular Neck and Back Pain Articles

Low Back Pain Center

Lower back pain is a common complaint. Low Back Pain Center provides exercises for back pain and will help you understand the cause of your pain and treatment options.

Slideshow Sciatica Slideshow

What Is It and What Gets Rid of It?

This slideshow is a one-stop resource to learn about sciatica. Read about this type of nerve pain, from its causes and symptoms to how best to treat it. Learn about at-home treatments, including exercise, and how to know when you should see a doctor.

Anti-depressants for Back Pain and Neck Pain

Anti-depressants are a treatment option for back and neck pain. Doctors prescribe these medications for a number of reasons: to reduce pain and muscle tension, help regain healthy sleep patterns, and address the mental and emotional sides of pain.

Surgery for Upper Back Pain

Surgery for upper back pain is a last resort treatment option. The exact procedure is determined by your diagnosis, but this article explains several common procedures for upper back pain, including decompression and fusion.

Anatomy of Spondylolisthesis

To better understand why spondylolisthesis can cause low back pain and a change in body appearance such as swayback, it helps to know about basic spinal anatomy. This article explains how vertebrae work together to help you move.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

This list of questions will help you to get the answers you need to make an informed decision about a spinal tumor diagnosis and treatment.

What is a spinal tumor? Am I at risk?

"What is a spinal tumor and am I at risk if a family member has been diagnosed with a tumor in the spine? Are all spine tumors serious?
  1. Symptoms of a Spinal Tumor
  2. A Patients' Guide to Spinal Tumors: Purpose and Introduction
  3. Patients' Guide to Healthy Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
  4. How Stress Affects Rheumatoid Arthritis
  5. Surgical treatment of spinal tumors
  6. Wellness Center
  7. Patients' Guide to Bone Growth Stimulation
  8. Spinal Anatomy Center
  9. Exams and Tests Center
  10. Diagnosis of a Spinal Tumor
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