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October 11, 2024

The big back pain question: When should you see a doctor?

Learn the difference between when back pain is typical soreness and when you might want to take action.

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How to decide whether back surgery is the right route for you

You may have considered back surgery to manage your pain. Here’s what you need to know.

Motion-preserving spinal surgeries can offer better recovery

A spine surgeon explains two procedures that preserve range of motion in the neck.

4 common myths about spine surgery

A spine surgeon dispels misconceptions with truths about back surgery.

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What parents need to know about clubfoot

A pediatric orthopaedic surgeon helps put families at ease about this diagnosis. About 1 or…

Yoga for neck pain: 7 poses you have to try

Try these 7 poses and breathing exercises to relieve tension and stiffness.

Myth-busting: Running and back pain

Can people with chronic back pain run? The answer may surprise you.

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Desk stretches for work or home

Complete these easy exercises every day for a healthier neck and spine — and to avoid injury.

Male hiking in the woods in prosthetic leg

When limb loss leads to persistent pain

Unfortunately, it's not abnormal to experience pain after an amputation. The good news? There are promising new treatments to help those who have lost limbs.

The dangers of diving

Summer brings with it long days on the lake or at the pool — and a heightened risk of traumatic spinal cord injuries. Here’s what you need to know.

What’s an anterior hip replacement?

Learn about this less-invasive technique that helps keep muscles intact.

Person performing wrist stretches to relieve wrist pain

Four wrist stretches to relieve wrist pain

Have three minutes? That's all it takes to relieve wrist strain and increase joint mobility.

A woman is seated in a gym doing shoulder presses with two dumbbells with a male trainer helping her.

To strengthen muscles in your shoulders, try this simple exercise

Shoulder presses are a basic exercise that can relieve pain and improve function.