At-home office? Straighten up
A few simple tweaks to your work station can improve posture and keep those aches and pains at bay.
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- February 25, 2021
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Prevent injury—embrace the pre-shovel prep
Just because the snow is falling doesn't mean you should start digging. A warm-up, the right attire and a sensible pace can keep you safe.
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- February 7, 2020
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Patient Story
When it rains, it pours
Miguel Munoz thought he just had the flu and back pain. He soon found himself in a fight for his life.
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- October 11, 2019
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4 things to know about backpacks
Make back-to-school shopping a breeze with these expert tips and tricks.
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- August 8, 2019
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Relaxin—how much is too much?
Hormones play a formidable role all throughout pregnancy and childbirth. And sometimes it's a delicate balance.
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- May 14, 2019
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Pain cream—a paltry palliative?
Study finds ointments marketed for a wide range of a conditions—including nerve pain, burns, sprains and back pain—are often ineffective.
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- February 14, 2019
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Plight of the astronaut: Back pain
New research suggests explorers experience loss of spinal muscle and gain of fatty tissue during long forays in space.
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- January 25, 2019
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Researchers: Mind your spine
Yoga, cognitive behavioral therapy and various meditative practices could help back pain sufferers find relief.
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- December 19, 2018
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Avoid suitcase strain this holiday season
Prevent injuries by packing lightly, using sturdy luggage with wheels and handles, and using good form when carrying or lifting bags.
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- December 1, 2018
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Back pain: Cause and effect
If you're mired in a morass of pain, a McKenzie-certified therapist might be the one to help pull you out.
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- April 5, 2018
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A zap for back pain
Newly proposed technique aims electrical pulses at irritated nerves around the spinal cord, bringing relief to chronic pain.
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- December 21, 2017
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