Referred Pain

In between every vertebrae in the spine is a cushion of jelly (the disc) which acts as a shock absorber and cushions each and every step. When the disc bulges backwards it traps the nerve where it leaves the spinal canal. This causes pressure which results in pain but where the pain is felt depends on how much pressure the disc is exerting on the nerve.

The In's and Out's of Sciatica

The Ins and Outs of Sciatica Sciatica is actually a word used to describe a set of symptoms arising from the irritation of the sciatic nerve. The cause of the irritation, however, can be any combination of things. The pain caused by sciatica is most often in the hip extending to calf of one leg or the other. It can reach as high up as the lower back and as low as the foot. The pain can also be joined by trouble controlling the leg and/or a numbness in the leg or foot. Sciatica is most often seen in people ...

Spa Experience - Reduce Back Pain While You Relax

Having our own portable Spa has been a real boon to both family life and health benefits. My husbands back pain seems to be a thing of the past.

Back Pain and Dehydration

Chronic back pain may be caused or exacerbated by dehydration. The structure of the disks in the spine makes them particularly vulnerable to dehydration, which results in pain, swelling or worse. Read more to find out why dehydration causes back pain and how you can rehydrate your disks with a simple, commonsense approach.

Back Pain Warning Signs

Just using the degree of back pain as a guide is unreliable, as a simple muscle strain can be far more painful than a serious injury, such as a fracture or a large herniated disc. It is better to know at least a few symptoms in addition to back pain that potentially signal serious conditions or illness.

Avoiding Back Pain with Pilates

Pilates is named after the man who invented it, Joseph Pilates, who was born in the late 1800s in Germany and who had many ailments as a child. As a nurse in the early part of this century, he noticed that many bedridden patients developed back pain due to long periods of immobility.

Effective Stretching Routine Helps Avoid Injury for Adults Over 40 Who Enjoy Competitive Sports

Men and women over age 40 who still participate in recreational sports leagues should designate 15 to 20 minutes for warm-up to avoid sprain and strain injuries. This article sets out a simple, effective warm-up routine that any over 40 athlete, man or woman, can follow.

Treat Your Back Pain From the Inside Out!

Find out how to get back pain relief with this amazing treatment approach!

How To Relieve Chronic Pain Without Prescribed Drugs

Suffering from a chronic pain can can become a consuming problem when trying to find relief. Are prescription drugs the way to go? The adverse side effects can put you at an unnecessary risk. Herbal, or natural drugs, on the other hand, are almost risk free.

Back Pain: Not A Joking Matter!

Anyone who has suffered from back pain can tell you that it affects your entire life. It will change how you eat, sleep, work, and interact with others. Fortunately for most of us, back pain is something that goes away in a few days.

How Injection Cures Your Back?

There are several ways by which you can get relief from your back pain. Of them the most effective way is through the Epidermal Steroid Injection (ESI). It is the most common type of injection used.

VAX-D Results

Vertebral axial decompression therapy is a very useful tool for people who have horrible back problems because it is relatively inexpensive and it does not involve surgery.

Ergonomic Mesh Chair

This article discusses the importance of sitting in a well constructed ergonomic chair. Article also discusses the benefits of the ergonomic hair.