The Spine Health Journal
Clear, careful writing
on the spine.
Straight-talking guides on minimally invasive surgery, common conditions, and traveling in for care — written to help you make a good decision, not to sell you one.
Spine Health Tips for Relieving Knots in Your Back
From lifting weights in the gym and tweaking a muscle to sitting without proper posture, knots in your neck and back can have a multitude of causes. Luckily, there are few simple ways that you can work out the knots…
Recovery Tips for Starting Your Recovery after Back Surgery
From the days leading up to the procedure, to the surgery itself, to the immediate aftermath you want to know what you can expect so that your recovery goes smoothly. Managing pain and being careful not to aggravate your back…
Spine Health Tips on Turning your Walk into a High Intensity Exercise
High Intensity Interval Training, or “HIIT,” is quickly becoming one of the most recommended forms of exercise due to its high levels of efficiency and effectiveness.
Spine Health Understanding Common Spine Ailments You May Have
While many aches and pains can be the result of just exhaustion throughout the day, others may be caused by underlying issues that you are unaware of. In order to familiarize yourself with these conditions and symptoms, you can talk…
Conditions Understanding More about the Types of Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine that can cause back pain and other severe issues. Learning more about scoliosis will allow you to be on the lookout for symptoms that you or your children may have, so…
Conditions Understanding Scoliosis and Its Effects on You
It has been linked to some conditions such as cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy, but the cause of most cases remains unknown.
Conditions Understanding the Different Types of Pain
Whether it is back pain, knee pain or pain in another region of your body, it is important to do what you can to not only feel your best but to prevent further problems from developing. However, this can be…
Spine Health Understanding Various Cervical Spine Conditions
As we age, the pressure we put on our bodies on a daily basis can lead to a range of medical problems and pain. The cervical spine is made up of seven bones separated by intervertebral discs that allow the…
Conditions What are Some Symptoms of a Herniated Disc?
Pain in your lower back can have a significant effect on your everyday life. The lumbar spine, which is the area between your pelvis and thoracic cage, is the largest movable segment of the vertebral column and is highly vulnerable…
Spine Health What does Foam Rolling do for Your Muscles?
You may have heard from your friends or a trainer at the gym about getting a foam roller to help your muscles recover from a workout. When you work out, and even when you are…
Spine Health What You Need to Know for Working Out Late at Night
Thanks to the rising popularity of 24-hours gyms, many people are now working out late at night. But these late-night workouts can sometimes wreak havoc on our sleeping schedules, too.
Conditions When to Visit Your Doctor about Back Pain
At the first sign of pain, whether it is sharp after impact or dull for a few days, it can be wise to get checked out. This way you will be able to get you more information on the extent…