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Watch your back! If it’s not a Yorkiepoo, don’t even try to lift it.

WebMD identifies five common triggers for back pain at home, work, and play, and provides tips for preventing back problems.

Back pain is prevalent in most western societies, especially in the USA. Is the way we learned to bend over part of the problem? Check out this recent NPR article on how to prevent back pain with proper bending techniques that are similar to what other cultures do.

Since the back is such a complex anatomical structure, it's no surprise that describing a patient's back problem is complicated. This article reviews common spinal anatomy terminology and the usual sources of confusion.

Smoking can also cause spinal degeneration and severe back pain.

Chiropractors specialize in manual treatment of muscles and joints in the body, most commonly in the neck or back. Hands Of Gold Chiropract...

The weight of a child’s backpack can be bad for their back, possibly leading to chronic back pain.

Although sitting puts more pressure on your back than standing does, it’s easy to get in the habit of poor sitting posture. Unfortunately, slouching in a chair or on the sofa for too long can put strain on the muscles and ligaments in your back as they become overstretched. You can help prevent many back pain problems and spare yourself some...

Woods withdrew at two-over par after 11 holes of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course, complaining of back tightness.

Low back problems are one of the most prevalent issues that people worldwide suffer. Low back pain has been called lumbago, sciatica and a host of other names. A lot of people classify it literally as "a pain in the butt." However, many people don't look for a chiropractor for back problems as they are too busy and they think their pain will go away on its own. Chiropractic care has been safely and effectively helping patients for over 100 years, saving them…

Here's how to make yourself more comfortable behind the wheel

There have been numerous reports about how people who are obese are at a higher risk of developing a variety of serious health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. Obesity can also negatively impact a person’s life in many other, non-life-threatening ways, such as how it can contribute to lower back problems
As the structure that helps support the body and influence movement, the back has a normal spine curve that is most effective when it is in a…

For people with back problems in Redding and the greater North State, Shasta Ortho has expanded our spine program with the addition of Dr. Brian Blackburn.

David Childress, 41, says he has dealt with back pain his entire adult life. "From the time I was 18, I experienced back pain and muscle spasms," he says,

We cannot avoid the natural wear and tear on our spines, but practicing a healthy lifestyle is a good start to preventing back pain.

A lot of us are carrying around a little more weight than we did in our younger days, but we may not be aware of how those couple extra pounds are affecting our back. It stands to reason that if you’re heavier, your body has to handle more stress with every step you take, but …

Even though Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy will be shelved until at least early March with lower back spasms, there is relative comfort in knowing he has dealt with this injury before and has been able to manage it without going on the disabled list.

I have a back problem… so why are we working on my abs? - Vital Care Rehabilitation - David McWhorter - Nearly every one of my patients that comes to see me for back pain, regardless of the source of the pain (bulging disc, strained it while lifting, poor posture etc.), will get a pelvic tilt as their first exercise. Why? Because I’m sure you and I, and the rest of the average people out there have weak abdominal

If you are having knee, hip or back pain, it may be related to an old ankle injury that is affecting how you walk. Here is a typical case that came into our office and was helped with a good holistic evaluation. An ankle problem from years ago can cause future problems. Here is what you can do about it now.

4 Great Weight Loss Solutions for People Who Are Facing Lower Back Problems, a guest post by Gracy Liur Many people suffer from lower back problems or backaches irrespective of their age or gender. The symptoms include stiffness and restricted body movements along with excruciating pain that can radiate to other parts of the body leading to overall discomfort. The lower back pains, mostly occur due…