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13/09/2021

A facet joint replacement device being tested in clinical trials could soon offer a motion-preserving treatment for two common spinal conditions that affect the low back. Read on to learn more.

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The TOPS facet arthroplasty device, a facet joint replacement device, is in clinical trial. It offers motion-preserving treatment in the lower spine.

10/09/2021

Let's talk about s*x! Living with a bad back doesn't mean you can't have a healthy s*x life. You may just have to get a little creative. Read on for some solid tips on positions and products that can help. The best strategy for a good s*x life when you have back pain is communication.

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Having a normal s*x life when you have back pain can be challenging for both partners. Here are 4 ways you can enjoy s*x between episodes of back pain.

09/09/2021

Cervical arthritis is a condition that affects the part of the spine in the neck or cervical spine. It is also known as cervical osteoarthritis or cervical spondylosis. Read on to learn more.


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Cervical arthritis affects the cervical spine (neck) and is a common condition that can worsen with age. Learn more about this condition and how it's treated.

08/09/2021

Upper back pain affects 1 in 10 men and 1 in 5 women each year. Upper back pain can cause great discomfort—especially before and after sleeping. Follow the link to read more!



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Upper back pain before and after sleeping can be brought on by poor posture, overuse injuries, excess sitting and hunching. One often overlooked cause we'll examine is sleeping position.

07/09/2021

Some may have you believe that cervical artificial disc replacement is rarely approved or performed. ADR is becoming more popular each year, with better, safer patient outcomes. Now, two-level ADR in the cervical spine (neck) is happening, too! It's not just for your low back anymore! Thanks to Dr. Bjerke at Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine for serving as our medical reviewer on this piece.


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Two-level cervical disc replacement can help people with upper back and neck pain receive complete treatment when more than one vertebral disc is damaged.

02/08/2021

The core is a term that refers to the group of muscles that connect to the spine and make up the entire trunk of the body. These muscles provide stability for balance and posture, and they support movement throughout the body, including the arms and legs. Read the full article to learn more about how a weak core may be impacting your back pain and what you can do about it!

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Could core exercises help your lower back pain? Learn about your core, how it works, and what it does to help your back.

29/07/2021

High impact bad, low impact good. Lack of movement entirely is never ideal. "While it seems natural to steer clear of sports and other forms of exercise when you have back pain, inactivity is not recommended." Read the article now to learn more!

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Here are a few low-impact sports for back pain sufferers that can keep the pain down and activity up.

12/07/2021

Check out this curated list of products for surviving post-op, put together by our own Kelly "Nerdzilla" Mendenhall

"When preparing for spine surgery, you have enough to consider and worry about without trying to anticipate every handy tool you may need during recovery. I’m the spine patient of questionable sanity who had four neurosurgeries in just 11 months."

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When preparing for spine surgery, you have enough to consider and worry about without trying to anticipate every handy tool you may need during recovery....

08/07/2021

Read the full article to learn more, and know that if you are feeling depressed, or more depressed in the age of COVID-19, YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

"Depending on the degree of chronic pain, people may feel helpless and hopeless to feel better, which both contribute to a depressed mood,” Guarino says. “The pandemic has caused people to be cut off from each other, and a lack of access to loved ones and medical resources has caused people who live with chronic pain to suffer from a depressed mood at increasing rates.”


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The COVID-19 pandemic, with its uncertainty, lack of activity, and isolation, has caused a surge of mental health challenges for people with chronic back pain.

08/07/2021

Read the full article now to read more and learn about symptoms, prevention, and treatment options for herniated discs!

"A herniated disc is a problem with one of the spinal discs that provide cushioning for the bones of the spine (vertebrae). It is also called a slipped or ruptured disc...
When this happens, the disc can press on a spinal nerve or cause inflammation that affects the root of a spinal nerve. This can result in symptoms such as pain, numbness, or weakness in a leg or arm."

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Herniated disc is one of the most common back injuries in America. In this article, you'll learn the signs, symptoms, and treatment for a herniated disc.

07/07/2021

The staff of SpineNation is comprised of those who live with chronic back, neck, or spine conditions or are closely related to someone who lives with such. Our status as patients and advocates surprises many people who stop by our website or join our support community. Read the blog now to get to know each of us a little better!



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The staff of SpineNation is comprised of those who live with chronic back, neck, or spine conditions or are closely related to someone who lives...

01/07/2021

Have a question about your particular back, neck, or spine condition? Are you interested in learning more about spinal fusion, artificial disc replacement, or minimally invasive surgeries to relieve back pain? Ask us anything! We post questions and answers from our community each week. DM us, comment here, or send an email to [email protected].