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When you hear the term “dislocated” in a medical setting, you probably envision a dislocated finger or shoulder joint, but these aren’t the only areas susceptible to a dislocation. It’s actually possible to dislocate your back, but because of its inherent structure, treatment isn’t as simple as just popping the bone back in place. In …
We ask a lot of our spines during athletic competition. We’re often twisting, turning, jumping and sprinting during athletics, and all the while our back is working hard to handle the stress of these movements. Similarly, because of the physical nature of sporting activities, it’s not always easy to get back into high level competition …
Vertebral endplates are positioned between your vertebrae and your intervertebral discs in your spine, and they act as a layer of protection between the harder vertebrae and the softer spinal discs. They are also a passageway for blood and nutrients to make their way into the spinal discs. Like any other structure in the spine, …
Each vertebrae in your spine has two sets of facet joints that help to connect the bone to the adjacent vertebrae. These joints sit on the backside of your vertebrae, with the superior articular facet facing upwards and the inferior articular facet facing downward. Together, the joints work like a hinge to facilitate normal movements …
Your sacroiliac joints connect your pelvis with the lower spine. The joints are made up of the top part of the pelvis, known as the ilium, and part of the tailbone called the sacrum, hence the name sacroiliac joint. You have one joint on each side of your hip, and these two joints help to …
The Benefits Of Water Therapy For Back Pain One of the most commonly recommended courses of treatment for a range of back problems is exercise. Exercise helps to strengthen different muscle groups, which can help to stabilize your spine, resolve inflammation and address other underlying causes of spinal discomfort. However, depending on your spinal issue, …
Lumbar spinal fusion is a procedure that is designed to limit painful movement in a specific area of your spinal column. The procedure has a pretty high success rate, as research has shown that anywhere from 65-95 percent of lumbar spinal fusion procedures are deemed a success, but the success of your operation isn’t just …
Back pain is one of the most common conditions in the world, but because it is so common, many people oftentimes assume that their back issue is no big deal. However, there are some symptoms that suggest your back pain may be more serious than meets the eye. In today’s blog, we take a closer …
Are you dealing with radiating, pulsing or shooting pain that begins in your lower back and travels into your buttocks, hips or down your legs? If so, know that you’re not alone. Countless Americans deal with shooting discomfort that originates in their lower spine. In instances where symptoms develop as a result of lumbar nerve …
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 …
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