If you are considering seeking professional assistance in managing your back pain, you’re taking the first step in helping your body find relief. However, it’s not always easy to explain to the doctor exactly what’s going on with your pain. This can be problematic, because if you can’t accurately describe what you’re dealing with, your […]
Archives for January 2018
What To Do About Sleep Problems After A TBI
Traumatic brain injuries aren’t just a problem during the waking hours, they can also make it difficult to fall asleep and get undisturbed sleep. Why do traumatic brain injuries affect our ability to fall asleep and stay asleep, and what can you do about it? We share some tips for getting a restful night of […]
Nonsurgical Treatment Options For Lumbar Herniated Discs
Herniated discs can range from mildly annoying to majorly debilitating, and the sooner you treat the problem, the better your outcomes tend to be. Surgery can fix some herniated discs, but a lot of times the condition won’t progress that far because they tend to respond well to conservative care. But what conservative treatment options […]
5 Ways Teens Can Protect Their Back During Athletics
Millions of teens across the US participate in high school athletics or club and recreational sports. Not only are these teens getting stronger and moving faster – both of which increase the likelihood of injury – but their bodies are still growing at this point, so any injuries can have significant consequences if it disrupts […]
Dealing With Traumatic Brain Injuries In Sports
About one in five traumatic brain injuries are caused by sports or athletic activity, and if you play long enough, odds are you’ll suffer a head injury of your own. Caring for these head injuries can be difficult, because no two TBIs are the same. Today, we take a closer look at traumatic brain injuries […]