Back Care Center

Get The Facts About Osteoporosis

Laurie — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:50:44 +0000

Today is World Osteoporosis Day! Learn more about the condition andÂ the impact it can haveÂ on your health, and find a doctor in your area who treats the condition.

An Alternative To Cervical Spinal Fusion

Laurie — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:05:54 +0000

The PRESTIGEÂ® Cervical Disc is an artificial disc replacement device designed to maintain motionÂ in the neck at the treated vertebral level.Â Learn more.

Which Treatment Is Right For You?

Laurie — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:26:36 +0000

There are a variety ofÂ products and techniquesÂ available today for treating back pain.Â The spinal therapy that relieves your friend’s symptoms, however, may not be the rightÂ one for you. Here are a few things to consider when evaluating your spine surgery options.

Optimizing Spinal Curve Correction

Laurie — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:08:18 +0000

Learn about technology thatÂ enables surgeons to maximize spinal curve correction three-dimensionally -Â addressingÂ the curveÂ alongÂ all three planes of the deformity.

Tips For Healthy Bone Mass

Laurie — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:17:45 +0000

LearnÂ how toÂ maintain healthy bone mass, and whyÂ strong bones are important, especially as we age.

Talking With Your Doctor

Laurie — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:15:52 +0000

Seeing a doctor about back pain? Communicating effectively with your health care provider is key. HereÂ is a printable list of questionsÂ that canÂ helpÂ youÂ get the answers you need.

Track Your Back Pain

Laurie — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:15:38 +0000

Does your back hurt because youÂ worked or playedÂ too hardÂ during the Labor Day weekend?Â Here’s a handyÂ seven-day journalÂ you can use toÂ track your symptoms. (You can print it out and take it with you if you need to visit your doctor!)

“Chicken Soup” For Back Pain

Laurie — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:15:22 +0000

LearnÂ common sense strategies forÂ incorporating exercise into your daily routine to prevent and manage back pain.

No-Excuse Back Exercises!

Laurie — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:17:54 +0000

These exercises,Â combined with a cardiovascular regimen, can help strengthen and condition the muscles that supportÂ your spine. The good news: youÂ canÂ do them at home,Â without any special exercise equipment!

Yoga For Neck Pain Relief

Laurie — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:17:31 +0000

Release tension and ease discomfort in your neck with thisÂ series of easy, gentleÂ poses and stretching exercises targeting theÂ neck, shoulders, chest, spine and abdomen. Video included!