Back Pain and Neck Pain Blog

The Best Office Chairs for Back Pain Have These Traits

This quick guide highlights the key features to look for in an ergonomic office chair.

Immediate Treatment for a Back Muscle Strain

Here are treatments to try when you pull a lower back muscle.

Questions to Ask When Your Surgeon Recommends Cervical Fusion

Be prepared when your spine surgeon suggests a cervical fusion. Consider printing out these questions and bringing them with you to your consultation.

4 Tips to Get Bowels Moving After Spine Surgery

Constipation is a common complication during the recovery from spine surgery. Here are some strategies to maintain good digestive health for a more comfortable recovery.

Study: Lower Back Pain May Improve With App-Based Program

Education, group support, and coaching—delivered through an internet app—may help to improve lower back pain.

Treating Neck Pain from Myofascial Pain Syndrome

Your tight, achy neck and painful knots may signal myofascial pain syndrome. Here’s what you can do to reduce the pain.

Why Does My Back Crack So Much?

Learn the possible causes of the constant cracking sounds in your back.

Do These 4 Things to Prevent Lower Back Pain

Avoid painful flare-ups in your lower back by adopting these 4 habits.

Is My Pain Sciatica or Something Else?

There are several conditions that mimic the shooting, searing pain of sciatica. Learn what conditions could be masquerading as sciatica and how your doctor might make a differential diagnosis.

2 Ways a Rolled Towel Can Reduce Neck Pain

Your neck pain may be caused by poor posture. A rolled towel can help you stay upright—and experience pain relief.