Annular tears occur in the annulus, or outer layer, of intervertebral discs. These discs act as shock-absorbing cushions, protecting the spinal column. As we age, they gradually weaken and develop tiny tears and fissures. Annular tears often go unnoticed, and…

Back pain can happen at any age, and if left untreated, can get worse over time. Make 2021 the year you kick that chronic pain to the curb and take control of your life. When it comes to new year’s…

Back pain is a common, yet often, debilitating condition. It can seemingly come out of nowhere, making it difficult to complete even the simplest tasks, such as sitting or standing. Pursuing a healthy lifestyle that incorporates regular exercise plays an…

Orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Hooman Melamed of The Spine Pro joins Fight Back, a podcast by the Healthcare Consumer Rights Foundation, as a special guest. Dr. Melamed is a well-known advocate for holistic and integrated medicine, the idea that we…

Being told you have a herniated disc in your spine is something no one wants to hear. Unfortunately, Tiffany received this devastating news after a serious car crash. A week after Tiffany’s accident, she started to feel excruciating pain in…

Pilates is an innovative and safe system of mind-body exercise using a floor mat or a variety of equipment. This form of exercise is all about slow, controlled movements, but the fitness and health rewards are supercharged! Pilates exercises mainly…

That moment you first hear that you need spinal surgery can be life changing. It is important to consider getting a second opinion from an experienced spine surgeon before agreeing to a course of treatment. Back and neck surgery can…

For college athletes, long hours of training can be taxing on the body, and unfortunately, injuries can be a common result. Christian, a collegiate softball player at the University of Memphis, was sidelined from her softball career due to low…

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time. For people over the age of 40, the spine…