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Dr. Todd Jackman
Minnesota Spine Surgeon
When you think of occupations that are hard on the spine, you probably think of jobs that involve a lot of manual labor, like construction, logging or carpentry. These jobs certainly can be hard on your spine, but one industry that is also ripe with back pain is the transportation industry. Sitting for hours on …
Neurogenic claudication describes a condition in which a nerve issue causes muscle fatigue, weakness or pain in your legs. A number of different issues can lead to this nerve damage, but one of the most common causes is the progression of spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis is a condition where the space through which your key …
Piriformis syndrome and sciatica are two conditions that oftentimes get confused with one another because they usually present with similar symptoms. The underlying mechanism is also somewhat similar, meaning that it’s not uncommon for patients to assume they are dealing with one condition when they are actually dealing with the other. To help you understand …
Back pain can present in countless ways, and we hear patients describe their discomfort using many different adjectives. However, our ears perk up when patients describe their back pain in a few specific ways, because it can indicate that more rapid intervention is necessary. If you describe your back pain using any of the five …
A synovial cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms as a result of joint degeneration. When they form in the spinal region, they can put pressure on key structures and nerve roots, leading to a host of symptoms and related conditions like spinal stenosis. Treatment focuses on removing the cyst and taking care of the …
I bent over to pick something up and all of a sudden I had intense pain in my back, hips and legs. Sound familiar? Back pain that develops as a result of bending over is one of the most common reasons why someone visits our office, and we’ve become experts at not only diagnosing the …
Did you know that psychological factors can actually contribute to physical injuries inside our bodies? It’s true. Problems like stress and anxiety can be hard on your mind, but if they are left untreated, they can actually lead to physical problems for key areas of your body. One area that is prone to physical issues …
The shopping cart is an essential tool for helping people buy groceries in an efficient manner, but it can also tell us something about the health of our spine. If you’ve ever noticed an older person hunched over or seemingly using the cart for support, they may be dealing with a condition known as shopping …
Degenerative disc disease is an all too common spinal condition that affects millions of Americans each year. Due to osteoarthritis, trauma, repetitive strain and natural aging, the discs in our spine can start to thin out. When this happens, your body tries to address the issue by producing extra bone to help reinforce the structural …
Chronic back pain can be physically, mentally and emotionally draining, and it’s not uncommon for this discomfort to leave you feeling tired and exhausted. When you’re feeling fatigued, it can be difficult to pursue some of the active treatment techniques like exercise or physical therapy that can be so helpful in combating your chronic pain, …
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