Derek became a firefighter in 1976, serving almost 40 years in the military before retiring as a fire chief. In a recent interview, Derek stated, “Your body is a tool that you use to do the job, between dragging hoses,…
Do you sit at a desk all day long during the work week, neglecting your posture? Back pain is typically a result of poor posture and can be extremely uncomfortable while affecting how you carry out certain activities. By practicing…
Professional model and social media influencer, Lindsey Pelas, has over 8 million followers on Instagram. She credits her large chest for her mass of followers, but her fame has come at a cost. Lindsey started to experience a nagging pain,…
Being mindful of your posture when standing or sitting is important, but so is your sleeping position. Your posture during sleep can have a negative effect on your spine, causing neck and back pain the following day. According to research,…
According to research, back pain is one of the most common health complaints in the United States. In fact, over 80% of adults in the U.S. will experience back pain at some point during their lifetime. With today’s medical advances, there…
Lower back pain is nothing unusual. In fact, 80 percent of adults experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. Lower back pain can range from mild discomfort to completely debilitating, making it difficult to carry out daily…
International Mediterranean Diet Month is finally here, a month dedicated to celebrating and creating awareness of delicious foods and the incredible health benefits associated with the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean diet, which consists of fruits, vegetables, very limited whole gains,…
While some believe rest and relaxation are the best medicine for back pain, board-certified spine surgeon, Dr. Hooman Melamed, says otherwise. Oftentimes, a sedentary lifestyle can do more harm than good for chronic back pain sufferers. He tells patients that…
Social distancing is an effective way to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but staying inside may have its drawbacks in physical and mental health. Think of this time of social distancing as a way to focus on your health. Here…
Dr. Hooman Melamed, board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon, has once again been recognized as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly! He has continued to be awarded this recognition as a top doctor in the Marina Del Rey, CA area and in…
