Results for Back Conditions

Imaging tests are becoming increasingly common when evaluating patients
Low back pain (LBP) affects about 80% of the population at some point, and it's associated with major economic consequences. Advanced imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) scans are becoming increasingly common in to evaluate these patients. These tests often reveal back disorders such as disc degeneration (a condition in which discs…

In 2012, approximately 9,7540,000 traffic accidents were reported. Anyone who has ever been in a car accident knows how stressful and scary it can be. Besides the emotional problems that car accidents can stir up, some people also experience physical ailments, as well.
Back injuries are a common o

Swimming is supposed to be easier on your bones and joints than any other sport, so why does your back ache when you get out of the pool? Just because you are a swimmer, it does not mean you are immune to back troubles. From the stroke you perform to your form in the pool, there are a few reasons why your back hurts in the pool. Spine health for swimmers is critical, and here’s how you can keep your back in great…

Doctors divulge the most excruciating illnesses. Ouch.

There are some diseases and conditions that only affect women, and others that most of us immediately, if not exclusively, associate with them, like brea...

According to US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, the growing health benefits of medical marijuana should no longer be ignored.

I learned firsthand the remarkable variety of conditions and symptoms that can effectively be treated with acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Here are seven.

Seeing spots in front of your eyes? You're probably seeing floaters. Here's how to tell.

Skin problems and joint disorders top the list of reasons people visit doctors, according to a new Mayo Clinic study.

Named among the Best Hospitals in America by US News World Report for 19 consecutive years, Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system.

An estimated 600,000 Americans have back surgery every year. But new research shows that patients who've had spinal fusion more need pain medication and are less likely to return to work than those with similar conditions who didn't have an operation.

Hundreds of back pain sufferers will gain access to physical therapy and a host of other treatments next year, under a change to Oregon Health Plan coverage. As the state’s version of Medicaid, OHP will prioritize physical therapy, chiropractic and other complementary treatments over painkillers and surgery. The new policy will apply to all types of back conditions, rather than just a narrow set of patients showing signs of nerve damage, as it does now.

Five health conditions that cause weight gain, including menopause, Cushing's syndrome, and depression.

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What Are Benign Breast Conditions
Most breast conditions are benign (noncancerous), causing no serious harm to you. But all women are at some risk for breast cancer. Your risk increases as you grow older. So if you notice any breast changes that aren't normal for you, see your healthcare provider. This helps to make sure that you receive proper treatment if there is a problem.
Breast infection
Infections of the breast tissue can cause skin redness, warmth, and pain or tenderness. The most…

You have your dad's hazel eyes, your mom's propensity to tear up at dog food commercials, and your grandma's wit—the apple doesn't fall far from the tree, as they say.

iPosture or digital age poor posture results in chronic new conditions, text-neck, texting thumb, hunchback, and old favorites like low back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Back pain conditions are very common. Learn the truth and get the facts behind myths, remedies, causes and treatment for back pain.

Are you one of the 80 percent of Americans who live with chronic neck or back pain? If so, you know firsthand how confusing it can be to understand your pain and how to treat it. You’ve probably sat in multiple doctors’ offices, listening to them describe your condition and wondering what they’re really saying. …

Betsy McCaughey writes that the president claims that 133 million would be in jeopardy from pre-existing conditions if ObamaCare is repealed, but it’s more like 500,000—and there are better ways to insure them.