Picture this: You reach down to pick up a Lego brick that your daughter left on the floor. When you go to stand, you’re crippled by pain that shoots down your lower back and sends water to your eyes. Back pain can strike suddenly, and it can last a long time, leaving you not only […]
Back Health
Best Lumbar Support For Car Use: Top Back Pillows [Aug. 2023]
Twenty-five years ago, I acquired a bulging disc in my back, and it was one of the most painful experiences I’ve ever had. It took months of physical therapy and rehab to gain my mobility back, and as a result, I made many lifestyle changes, including using pillows and cushions for driving and sleeping. Once […]
What to Do About Orthopedic Stress as a New Mom
When you talked to friends and family about bringing a baby into the world, you may have heard warnings about sleepless nights, dealing with colic, and the terrible twos. But what you probably didn’t hear about was the incredible strain a child puts on your back. Orthopedic stress is incredibly common in new parents, especially […]
Best Exercise for Upper Back Pain Relief For a Healthier You
Did you know that back pain is the second most common reason for visits to a doctor? 80% of the population worldwide and 31 million Americans, according to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), experience lower back pain at any given moment. Most daily activities are usually done frontwards, exerting pressure on the chest and causing […]
How Does Chronic Back Pain Affect Your Mental Health?
Over 80% of people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. The most common reasons for lower back pain include sciatica, disc injuries, and lifting heavy objects as part of your everyday job. Even though back pain is very common, everyone responds to pain differently. These different responses are due to […]