Spinal stenosis is a condition that can often lead to chronic back pain and decreased mobility in the legs. While there are multiple causes for this condition, it is most often associated with degenerative diseases of aging, such as degenerative arthritis or bone spurs. What is spinal stenosis? At its basic level, spinal stenosis is…
Many of us immediately think about whiplash when we think about injuries caused by car accidents. However, even slow impact car crashes can result in lower back pain that can cause discomfort and chronic issues. Incidence of car accidents In 2010, seatbelt usage increased to 85% from just 69% in 1998 and the National Highway…
Lower back pain is a worldwide problem. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in countries all over the world, low back pain “ranks high (often first) as a cause of disability and inability to work, as an interference with the quality of life, and as a reason for medical consultation.” The American Chiropractic Association…
Back pain, unfortunately, has many different causes and presentation in the body. What is sciatica, though? Sciatica–a form of pain that is felt in the legs, buttocks, and back–can be an especially prevalent form of pain for many patients. What is sciatica? Sciatica is a pain symptom that is felt when the sciatic nerve is…