7 Lower Back Pain Causes That Affect WomenLower back pain in females can stem from a woman’s reproductive anatomy or her spinal anatomy. Learn what can cause lower back pain in women that men may not have to worry as much—or at all—about.
Could This Drug Be the Next Big Thing in Back Pain Treatment?New medications such as tanezumab may provide options for treating back pain. Is it available? Is it effective? Is it right for you? Learn more about tanezumab for back pain.
PT and the Pandemic: Physical Therapy at HomeThe coronavirus pandemic has changed how healthcare is practiced and delivered, and physical therapy is no exception. Learn how you can get your PT done safely and effectively in your own home.
When Your Spinal Cord Stimulator Needs to Come OutSpinal cord stimulation is cutting-edge pain management, but does it always work? No, and sometimes your device needs to be removed. Here’s when—and why.
Say What? Osteoid Osteoma of the SpineOsteoid osteoma is a fancy term for small, benign, bonelike tumors that can grow on the spine (among other areas). Although they’re not cancerous, they can cause pain and abnormal spine curves. Here’s how to get rid of them.
Is Opioid-Free Spine Surgery the Way of the Future? Is opioid-free spine surgery viable? These experts say yes. Read about their work and why they believe opioid-free spine surgery to be the future.
The Essential Guide to Essential Oils for Back PainEssential oils for back pain may be a viable complementary treatment—as long as you use them correctly.
Workers’ Comp for Back Injuries: 10 FAQs Answered by ExpertsWorkers’ comp for a back injury can be overwhelming. You have questions, and we’ve got the answers from both medical and legal experts.
Biking and Back Pain: What You Need to KnowWhether indoors or out, starting a biking regimen can be good for your back—as long as you do some prep.
15 Ways to Practice Self-Care When You Have Back PainBack pain can be emotionally as well as physically taxing. Practice some self-care to help your body AND your mind, and you might just find your back pain easing up as well.
Beware These Lumbar Stenosis Surgery PitfallsLumbar stenosis surgery isn’t always 100 percent successful. That’s why it’s important to carefully assess your personal risk factors before going under the knife.
No Spa, No Problem: Try Self-Massage at HomeIf you’re in dire need of a massage but your state is still locked down (thanks COVID-19!), don’t despair. Check out our experts’ tips for easing those aches in your back muscles.
What to Expect From a Spinal TapOdds are you’ve heard of a spinal tap—but you may not know exactly what it entails. Also called a lumbar puncture, it’s a procedure performed in the lower part of your back to diagnose a health problem, administer medicine, or assist with imaging.
How Do You Know When Back Pain Is Serious? Back pain usually goes away on its own, but what if it doesn’t? How do you know if your back pain is serious? Look for these red flags.
Relapse of an Old Ailment in AmericaEditorial Board member Reginald Q. Knight, MD, on being a surgeon of color and current demands for justice.
Is Surgery Your Best Option?
