Back Pain and Neck Pain Blog

Lower back pain can significantly increase during functional activities, such as sitting, getting up from a seated position, or bending forward. Here are a few potential reasons why this type of pain can occur.

It is common to wonder if GERD can cause back pain. Here’s what to know about back pain and GERD occurring together.

A warm sensation in the thigh may be caused due to a pinched nerve or a musculoskeletal disorder in the lower back, pelvis, hip, or thigh. This blog reviews a few potential causes of warmth in the thigh region.

Sometimes a problem in the spine can cause pain along a rib and in the chest or abdomen. Here are some ways that dysfunction in or near the spine may contribute to rib pain on the side or front of the body.

Having issues with breathing is a troubling sign. If it’s accompanied by back pain, the causes could range anywhere from a muscle strain to spinal instability or something more serious.

Pain in the shoulder blade region is fairly common and can be quite painful and limiting. It can have many causes, ranging from a muscle strain to a more serious condition that requires immediate medical attention.

Adjusting your posture and sleeping position can reduce sciatica pain when lying down, helping you get a good night’s sleep.

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.

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

Here's a quick, useful guide for understanding and treating occipital neuralgia, a condition that may be causing the pain you feel in your neck and behind your head.