Steroids for back pain: Why they can be effective
Steroids, also known as corticosteroids, are synthetic hormones that can help reduce swelling and inflammation in the body, which may help improve back pain.
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Study supports acupuncture as a safe and effective treatment for chronic low back pain in older adults
According to a recent study, older Americans with chronic low back pain who received acupuncture had greater improvement in physical function and reduced pain than those who received usual medical care only, generally prescribed medications or physical therapy.
The future of spine surgery: healing backs without screws or metal implants
Metal rods, screws and bone grafts have long been the backbone of spinal fusion surgeries — a fix for fractured spines, worn-out discs or bones that refuse to heal on their own. The hardware works. But it’s also rigid and invasive, and often leaves patients with lingering pain, stiffness and the need for follow-up surgeries down the road.
Neurosurgeon describes 8 common myths about back pain
Back pain is common, but several myths about it persist. Dr., a neurosurgeon at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, describes eight of them and provides the facts.
16 Exercises for Herniated Disc (Back or Neck) Pain
Exercise is often recommended as a first-line treatment for a herniated disc. A herniated disc can cause many symptoms including pain, numbness, burning, and arm or leg weakness, depending on the location of the spinal disc involved.
