The spine is divided into three parts. Cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. The lumbar spine is associated with the lower region of your spine. It consist of five lumbar levels from L1 to L5 (L denoting the lumbar region and the number representing the level) although having an extra L6 level is not unheard of.…
If you ever suffered from back pain you know how annoying (in the best-case scenario) or excruciating it can be. It is not easy dealing with back pain and many people spend years trying to find effective treatment to relieve their back pain. According to a study, Back pain is one of the most common…
The lower spinal region is the lumbar region. In medical terms the bones in this region of the spine are named from L1 to L5. Lumbar spine supports most of the body weight and thus comes under the most stress and pressure. Degenerative arthritis, nerve impingement, or muscle spasm or strain are some of the…
Recurring back pain can be a sign that the root cause is not being treated properly. Today back pain is very common and the only thing worse than back pain is experiencing repeated back pain. This may happen if the underlying cause is left untreated. The best course of action to take is to distance…
Sciatica is the name given to the hurting of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve branches from the lower back, through the hips and run down each leg. You might experience pain in only one side of the body. Sciatica occurs usually because of herniated disc. The vertebrae consists of several round discs of tissue.…
The Backrack Lumbar Belt is a unique back support tool based on the Backrack technology. It doesn’t only support your lower back but also helps you treat the cause of pain. The belt targets the lumbar region of your spine. The human spine is divided into three parts. The lower part is called “lumbar spine”…
Lower back pain is one of the most common health problems in the world and it is a major cause of disabilities. It affects the normal life of a person and their well-being. There are following three phases of lower back pain depending on the symptoms and time duration: Acute Lower Back Pain Sub-acute Lower…
Did you know that your posture could be the reason for frequent visits to the hospital and expensive medical bills? It’s true. Posture is one of the leading causes to back problems, which is further a trigger to more problems. Fixing your posture may help you get in better shape, prevent and manage back pain.…
How can I relieve back pain? It’s a common question asked by every other working men or women in the World. There are few different treatment modalities that people use to relieve back pain. Spinal decompression is one of them as it helps treat most back pains by changing the force and position of the…
Not all back pains are the same. There are over 50 spinal disorders recorded worldwide causing acute or chronic back pain. But here we’ll highlight the following 7 most common spinal conditions observed by medical professionals, and one authentic spine therapy to treat them all: Sciatica Herniated Disc Spinal Stenosis Spinal Arthritis Scoliosis (Postural problem)…
Backrack is an authentic, CE marked therapeutic device designed for spinal decompression. It covers the whole spine from cervical to lumbar region and treats most back pains in a natural way.
Although, staying home is safe during pandemic but back pain doesn’t let you do that. You have to go outside to visit your health provider at your earliest convenience. There are plenty of home remedies or therapies to soothe back pain.
If you’re asking this, we can understand how much pain and mental stress you’re facing right now. But please don’t worry as we are here to help you discover the right treatment for your back pain. There are following 2 major types of back pain treatment commonly used worldwide.
Back pains plague most of the world’s population. It causes discomfort, deformities and many other problems. Many therapies exist that help manage back pain but sometimes they fall short. This is where Backrack comes in. A device that helps you treat and prevent back pain like never before. Over 40 year of clinical experience and…
Preventing back from hurting at work is not a big deal. There are many ways you can use to relieve lower back pain at work but today, we’re going to talk about the most effective yet convenient way to stop your back from hurting while you work.
The lower back or the lumbar spine consists of the bones labelled from L1 to L5. In this area, many bones, joints, nerves and ligaments are interconnected to provide crucial support and strength. However, the very complex nature of this area leaves it susceptible to injury and damage. This makes it one of the most…
Although traditional sciatica treatments work well, however sometimes pain comes back within a few months. We at Spinal Backrack, equip Chiros and Physios with a unique, patented technology called “Spinal Backrack System” to help them treat the cause of sciatica. It’s a spinal decompression device designed by Harley Street specialists. This technology is not only…
If you are experiencing back pain, know that you are not alone. Back pain is one of the most common diseases that has plagued human lives. It is estimated that lower back pain is the most common disease in the UK for young adults and that it alone leads to 100 million workdays lost per…
If you have been diagnosed with a herniated disc, it is no excuse for you to start leading a sedentary lifestyle. A herniated disc is normally caused due to a ruptured disc or when the disc slips from its position. You will feel back pain, weakness in your legs, numbness and neck pain. However,…
Back pain is one of the most common ailments that people go through. However, it is not a deadly issue and you will most probably recover from it with rest and right treatment. So, how exactly do you treat back pain? For many years, bed rest was thought to be the best way to manage…
A lot of people with back pain complain that they feel fine when they are sitting or lying down but as soon as they stand up or start walking, their back starts to ache. This is quite common and happens due to increased pressure on the back joints. There can be many reasons for this.…
Narrowing of the spaces in the spine is known as Spinal stenosis. The narrowing in your spine can put pressure on the nerves traveling through your spine, resulting in a spinal stenosis. This condition mostly occurs in the lower back and neck area. Wear and tear in the spine over time can cause spinal stenosis,…
Cervical Vertigo, which is also known as cervicogenic dizziness, is a condition related to the neck, which makes a person feel dizzy as if their surroundings are spinning. Cervical Vertigo is caused by lousy neck posture, neck disorders, or trauma received to the cervical spine. Vertigo itself refers to dizziness. Cervical Vertigo occurs from a…
Back pain can make any day hard and it could keep you from doing your daily work. It is not only athletes who suffer from back pain but other people can also be victims of pain in the lower back and legs. Sometimes, the pain is only for a while and it subsides after that.…
Pain in the nerve root occurs from a nerve in the spine. Nerves are responsible for carrying messages and signals from the body to the body through the spine. Any disorders of nerves can affect the process of sending signals to the brain; it can cause pain, numbness, and increasing weakness of muscles or sensitivity.…
When a spinal disc in the neck weakens and trespasses on the spinal cord, it causes a bulging disc. An injury to the area can also create his condition; in some cases, this condition causes immense pain in the neck, back, shoulders, and arms. The risk of a bulging disk increases at an older age…
Spinal cord compression occurs when any substance puts pressure on the cord. The substance can be a bone fragment and can develop anywhere along the spine, starting from the neck all the way to the lower spine. The spinal cord sends messages between your brain throughout the body through the nerves present in the cord.…
The tailbone pain is a painful experience, but most often, it goes away on its own. Although it takes a few months for the pain to go away, there are some things you can do for the time being to lessen the pain. For tail bone pain, you do not need to undergo medical treatments.…
Common Spinal Disc Problems: The common types of spinal disc problems are: Ruptured disc: A ruptured disc, also known as a slipped disc or herniated disc, may seem like the disc itself has moved from its position. However, that is not the case. Ruptured disc means that there is a crack in the outer shell…
Degenerative changes happen mostly with age and have no specific reason. The condition causes the spine to change shape and lose the typical structure or function. Degeneration is caused chiefly by repetitive strains, sprains, and overuse of the back that leads to a gradual change or degeneration to the spinal discs. After the age of…
The outcome of surgery in elderly patients remains poor in most cases. The common factors, for this reason, our frailty, late diagnosis, delayed consultant-led treatment, pre-existing comorbidity, and polypharmacy. For surgery of the back in older people, there is no guarantee that the patient will be relieved of pain. There are many other viable options…
What is cervical nerve root entrapment? When nerve roots near the cervical vertebrae compress, it results in the damage of a nerve function. This is called cervical nerve root entrapment, also known as cervical radiculopathy. When the nerve roots are damaged, it can cause pain and numbness along the nerve’s pathway, which can be the…
Anatomy of the spine: Our spine consists of a total of 33 individual bones that stack on top of the other. These bones build up the support in your body, letting you sit, stand, walk, run, and even lay down properly. For a healthy spine, the various nerves, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones need to…
The iliac crest is the most significant part of three bones that make up our hip bone, also called the bony pelvis. This part is located on the top of the hip bone that makes a wing-like shape. Pain in the iliac crest can go up to the back, abdomen, or groin as many nerves…
There was a time when the association between stress and physical pain was not very clear. However, now it is seen through research that stress can increase or begin the instances of neck pain and back pain. Psychosocial reasons contribute to increment in pain level. Research has shown that stress might even be a potential…
Back pain is an evil that is affecting many people around the world. There was a time when this was only pain for older individuals or athletes. Nowadays, even the youth is suffering from these pains. The first solution to every problem is no surgery or medication, especially not for back pain. There is a…
A quick answer to this question is “Yes – they do work” but not all of them provide the same results. Let us help you understand, how spinal decompression belts are different from other back braces and why not all spinal decompression belts are equally effective in relieving lower back pain.
Back pain could be due to many reasons such as improper posture, age or diseases. Sometimes, this problem is due to a graver reasons i.e. the involvement of sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is quite long and ranges from the lower back to the back of the legs. Since its trajectory is in different organs…
Are you suffering from constant back pain? You are probably looking this article up because, despite treatments, your back pain won’t go. Misdiagnosed back pain is the main reason why a majority of people suffer from this horrible ache. Mistaken diagnosis can have many causes. This problem is often treated as temporary or typical pain,…
It was believed in previous studies that back pain heals on its own over time. However, recent studies have shown that this is not the case. If not taken care of, back pain will improve temporarily but is most likely to return soon. It was also discovered that back pain if ignored, continues to affect…
What is a slipped disk? Between each bone of your spine, there sit rubber-like cushions called disks. A slipped disc or a herniated disk occurs when part of the centre of the disc (nucleus) moves out through a tear in the outer exterior of the disc (annulus). A ruptured or slipped disk can occur at…
Not all back problems require invasive treatments such as painkillers, steroid injections, spinal fusion, and etc. Today, surgery is a widely accepted part of medical science which is a quite brutal approach to treat back pain. Do you know that almost every type of common back pain can be treated without even using any medicine?…
Sudden stabbing pain in your back can ruin your day and stop you from achieving a great time. If your back pain is different than the regular pain of spending too much time on your desk or the computer, the cause of this abrupt, unusual ache should be attended to since it may not be…
Do you ever encounter ache in your lower back after a game of soccer? Soccer playing can often increase the risk of lower back pain as players are required to repeat flexible movements and rotations. They are also more likely to experience collisions and falls during the game. Pain in the lower back can be…
Gardening is a healthy activity. However, it requires a lot of bending and can be surprisingly tiring for the body. Constant bending and slumping over the ground creates awkward positions for the body, causing your back to strain. Using various gardening tools requires immense effort as well and can physically exert you. Gardening with back…
Ever wonder why your back constantly hurts? Back pains affect old as well as young people and are very common these days. It can result from injury, medical conditions and even lifestyle. The older you get, the chances of developing lower back pains increase. However, multiple reasons can cause back pain that can be either…
Inactivity in the present age is a common problem. Our daily work requires less physical activity and more work over a computer or desk. Limited body movements can lead to aches and stiffness in the muscles that give us strains. There is proof that people who are physically inactive increase risks for low back pain.…
Tennis might be a leisurely sport for some people and a profession for others. A lot of movement of the wrist, back and legs are required in tennis. Sports injuries of wrist and back are common in tennis. If you already have back pain, the pain would get worse. How the Pain Builds Up While…
Lower back muscle pain starts slowly or as a stabbing pain and intensifies for a few hours or days. If it is continued for two weeks, this is when medical assistance is required. Before this time, you can use home remedies for pain management. If you have pulled a muscle in your body, there are…
After a long run or intense physical exercise, you would feel soreness during the recovery period. However, when you push your limits, the soreness might lead to back pain. This is a sign that there is an underlying issue. According to research, runners have lesser back pain but there are cases in which running may…
Back pain could be due to many reasons such as improper posture, lifting too much weight or age. However, not many people would expect it to be due to stress. It is actually quite true that stress can lead to or worsen back pain. The diagnosis of this disease is psycho-physiological since physical symptoms are…
Back pains are the worst kind of pain to have, and if you are more than 30 years of age, then it can be your regular visitor!! It often comes in every shape and size. Sometimes, it spreads immediately after an injury but most of the times, it appears mysteriously residing throughout your life. Let’s…
You do not always have to go to a doctor for back pain. A lot of people suffer from this problem and for some, it comes and goes. If you are experiencing back pain, there are many things that you can do at home to lessen the pain. Most of the time, these works. If…
If you have been suffering from back pain, you should know that it is highly common in age groups ranging from teenagers to aged people. Four out of five people suffer from the horrible experience of back pain. Our back consists of three different body parts: lower back, the thoracic area which is the middle…
Back pain, especially lower back pain, is very common. However, there are some people who experience lower back pain only when they are sitting or bending over. This is because when you bend over, more strain is put on the lower back. This could be due to several underlying medical issues or a back injury.…
The excessive use of laptops and computers causes back pain between shoulder blades. People who have to sit the whole day long on their office desk experience this pain. This kind of back pain might be acute or chronic. Acute pains last for a short time but are high in severity. On the other hand,…
Back pain is the third leading cause of visiting a doctor all over the world. It usually goes away on its own and almost 90% of the persons suffering from lower backache recover within a few weeks. The pain may be sudden or gradual in onset and it may be of sharp or dull type.…
Chronic back pain is prevalent among farmers due to the physical demands of the profession. Farmers are supposed to do heavy weight lifting frequently and they have to push or pull heavy objects to complete their tasks. Back injuries either short term or chronic are common among farmers. After the occurrence of one injury, your…
Fatigue is basically a symptom. It is not a disease itself. The main thing for a doctor to treat this symptom is to diagnose the underlying cause of the fatigue with the help of the patient. Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints. There may be many causes for this. However,…
Migraine is a type of headache which may be unilateral or bilateral, throbbing type and it may be mild, moderate or severe. Typically it is associated with typical symptoms called aura. These symptoms may include photophobia, nausea, vomiting, flashes of light in front of eyes or feelings of numbness, etc. in the body. Migraine is…
Chronic neck pain is backache is not uncommon these days but the fact not realised by most of the persons is that your daily routine habits worsen your pain. Your muscles may be subjected to permanent slouching and other bad postures you are habitual to develop, which can cause chronic back pain. But when you…
For the treatment of back pain, many types of home remedies or medications may be used but if the pain is resistant to be treated with ordinary medications, many patients tend to undergo surgical intervention to get the pain relieved. Before making the decision about surgery, you must know that no surgical intervention can be…
Although deformities of the back are not very common these days yet every person is prone to suffer from any deformity of back or vertebral column due to poor posture, certain diseases or many other causes. Anything related to your vertebral column or neck is serious and it has a great effect on your overall…
Back pain is not an uncommon problem in the modern world. There may be many underlying reasons for chronic back pain. It is recommended in the latest treatment guidelines that the people suffering from chronic back pain must go for drug-free remedies ranging from simple heat application to physical therapy before starting the medication. The…
Commonly, human beings are not aware of the matter but it is true that the vertebral column starts to age in the third decade of life and this process continues for the rest of life. All of us suffer from degenerative changes but the good thing is that these degenerative changes do not always result…
Sacral bone pain is perceived in the lower part of the back and saddle area. Commonly, the underlying reason for pain is injury or trauma to the joint present between the hip and vertebral column. Sacroiliac pain can be misunderstood as some other conditions like buttocks problem or a slipped disc. It is compulsive to…
Scheuermann’s Disease is also known as juvenile kyphosis. It is a disorder of thoracic or thoracolumbar region of the vertebral column in which the child feels severe backache along with kyphosis of the spinal column. Also, some regional changes happen in the bodies of vertebral bones. Epidemiology This disease happens in almost 5% of the…
An intervertebral disc is a type of ligament that connects one vertebra to the next adjacent vertebral bone. These intervertebral discs act as shock-absorbing cushions between the vertebrae of the spinal column. Each intervertebral disc has two parts. The outer ring-like structure is called as annulus fibrosis and the inner soft jelly-like part is known…
It is a postural disorder in which the natural arch of the lumbar region of the vertebral column is slightly or markedly enhanced. It commonly happens when the vertebral column has to bear extreme stress or extra weight repeatedly and it is curved excessively even muscle pain and spasms happen. Common Causes of Lumbar Hyperlordosis…
Commonly, the underlying cause of problems to the back of teenagers is trauma or injury due to falls, play, sports or some extraordinary stress or strain for example due to carrying a heavy backpack. Stiffness to the back muscles happens most commonly due to straining of the ligaments or pulling of back muscles. In teenagers…
A “trapped nerve” is a condition when enhanced pressure causes the damage or irritation of a peripheral nerve. It results in uncomfortable sensations, pain, and numbness in the affected region of the back, neck, or shoulders. Risk Factors for a Compressed Nerve Any factors which cause aggravated pressure around the cervical region can cause a…
Back pain is a prevailing problem nowadays. Almost every person in the world suffers from back pain at least at one point in life. Why do You have Back Pain while Standing? The postural disorder is the most common underlying reason for lower back pain. Commonly, more pressure is exerted to your vertebral column when…
Myofascial pain syndrome is a condition pressure exerted on certain specific points on your muscles causes aches in the muscles. Sometimes the pain is also felt in some other parts of the body which are apparently unrelated due to common nerve supply. It is termed as referred pain. The points upon which pressure exertion causes…
Back pain is not an uncommon problem these days. If you are facing back pain which is chronic in nature, you are more prone to develop a physical “disuse syndrome.” What is disuse syndrome? Basically, this syndrome tells the effects of a sedentary lifestyle on the physic and mind of a person. It was first…
What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a type of pain that occurs on one side of the lower body. The pain is felt in the lower part of the back radiating to the buttocks and one or sometimes both legs. Depending on the site of sciatic nerve involvement, pain may also be felt in the foot…
Back pain is a common problem nowadays. According to studies, every person is prone to develop back pain at least once in life. Backache is the second leading cause of visiting a doctor all over the world. There may be many causes of back pain and different treatment options available including pharmacological treatment, surgical interventions…
Piriformis syndrome is a type of neuromuscular disorder that is not much common. It happens when the sciatic nerve gets compressed by the piriformis muscle. Piriformis muscle is a ribbon-like muscle present in the saddle area near the upper part of the hip joint. This muscle functions to stabilize the hip joint and makes possible…
A back spasm is a condition when the muscles of the lower back contract or become tense. It is a very painful condition. The condition varies from infrequent spasm which causes mild pain or discomfort to chronic spams which cause severe backache even the patient become unable to move. The back spasm can be treated…
Protecting your back using lumbar support belt is a good remedy for those who are suffering from a joint sprain, injuries to the back, back muscle strain or who are recovering after surgery. If you are facing acute back pain and want to continue your work routine, a back support belt is a good option…
Do you feel severe middle back pain when you wake up in the morning? This problem is not uncommon these days. Usually, middle back pain is felt below the neck and above the lowermost part of the rib cage. This region of the vertebral column is known as the thoracic region. Morning back pain doesn’t…
Mostly the back pain is felt in the lower, middle or upper region of your spine bilaterally but you may also have unilateral (one-sided) back pain. Unilateral back pain may be right sided or left sided. Some patients suffer from constant pain while some experience intermittent pain. The character of pain may also vary, i.e.…
Back pain is an emerging problem nowadays. It may be caused by poor bending or lifting techniques, disc degeneration or any other cause. Whatever the underlying reason, it is difficult for you to move when you are suffering from back pain. Chronic back pain is the pain which lasts for longer than 2 months and…
Spondylolisthesis is a pathological condition in which one of the vertebral bones slips out of its normal anatomical place on to the adjacent bone present lower to it. In some persons, this condition is asymptomatic but in some persons, it causes severe lower back pain. The non-surgical treatment for the patients suffering from this condition…
The lumbar support belt is a nice tool helps you make an effective treatment plan for certain conditions of spine. It provides more support to the lumbar region of the back and enhances the healing process. It is also known as a back brace, back support belt or lumbosacral orthosis. The belt is advised to…
Sciatica is a type of back pain in which pain is felt in the lower back radiating to buttocks and one or both legs. It is caused by the compression of the sciatic nerve. The pain of sciatica may be mild to moderate or severe in intensity but it is self-limiting most of the time.…
The sacroiliac joint is found in your hip bone. The inflammation of this joint is known as sacroiliitis. It is a very painful condition when your one or both sacroiliac joints get swollen. These sacroiliac joints are found at the meeting point of the vertebral column with the pelvis. Sacroiliitis is usually misdiagnosed as lower…
The postural syndrome can be defined as it is a condition in which repetitive poor posture or bad positioning for prolonged periods of time of one’s body results in dysfunction or pain. A postural syndrome can occur as a result of prolonged positions or postures that have negative effects on the surfaces of tendons, muscles,…
Ankylosing spondylitis can be defined as it is an inflammatory state in which the joints of your spinal column are affected. The word spondylitis refers to the inflammation of the vertebral column or spinal column. Typically the inflammation in this condition starts in the joints between the pelvis and vertebral column but it may extend…
Mechanical lower back pain is an emerging problem nowadays. Mechanical means that the vertebral column receives forces that destroy the soft tissues resulting in pain and uncomfortable sensations. The mobile parts of the vertebral column include muscles, tendons, ligaments, vertebral bodies, facet joints, and intervertebral discs. The motion of these mobile parts triggers mechanical pain.…
1) Kyphosis Kyphosis is an abnormal condition of the vertebral column in which the outward curvature of the vertebral column is abnormally exaggerated giving the hunching appearance of the back. There may be many causes of kyphosis of spinal column some of which are described as following: One of the commonly occurring causes of kyphosis…
The word ‘arthritis’ means the inflammation of joints. Spinal osteoarthritis refers to the inflammation of the facet joints of the vertebral column. Osteoarthritis of the vertebral column is a common cause of lumbar back pain nowadays specifically in the people of advancing age. There are 5 pairs of facet joints in the lower part of…
Waist support belts or back braces are used for many conditions related to back like back pain, to reduce the symptoms of degenerative disc disease, to support back muscles for a prolonged period of sitting, standing or heavy weight lifting. It is worthy to keep in mind that waist support belts are recommended as a…
The word kyphosis denotes the condition of the vertebral column in which a ‘C’ shaped curve appears in the vertebral column. The opening of the ‘C’ is at the anterior side of the body. It means that the concavity of the curve is in front of the torso. The normal anatomy of the vertebral column…
Back pain has become an emerging problem nowadays. Almost every person has to face backache at least once in life. According to recent researches, about one-third of the world population (almost 100 million Americans) suffer from chronic lower back pain. Sometimes, the pain is reduced by medical or surgical intervention but sometimes, simple remedies can…
Cervical radiculopathy is a clinical condition when any nerve root in the cervical region of the vertebral column becomes swollen or damaged resulting in changing in the normal neurological functions. Numbness in the hands, wrist, and arms, alteration in the normal reflexes, numbness, weakness, and sensations of pins and needles may arise due to this…
Flat back condition is a disorder of vertebral column in which the lower part of the vertebral column loses some part of its normal anatomical curve. In this condition, front to back imbalance in the vertebral column takes place which is also known as a sagittal imbalance. Normally, the vertebral column has three curves. The…
Have you ever thought that your posture which you adopt while sitting, walking, lying and other daily routine tasks, may be incorrect? Yes, it may be. If you adopt bad posture for a prolonged period of time, it will result in an unhappy outcome for you. Here we’ll discuss some negative effects of bad posture.…
Central spinal canal stenosis is a disordered condition the reason behind which is the narrowing of the central canal of the vertebral column. This disorder takes place because of the degeneration of intervertebral discs and joints of the vertebral column. In this disorder, osteophytes or bone spurs grow in the central vertebral canal. The facet…
If you have a habit of adopting bad posture while sitting, standing, walking or sleeping, you may suffer from some signs and symptoms. Although you may have a few of these signs, these signs of bad posture are very for the people surrounding you. Following we will describe some of these signs of poor posture…
Musculoskeletal back pain states that occurs commonly nowadays and it has a greater impact on the soft tissues of the lumbar region of the back. According to a study, almost 40% of the people suffer from this condition at some point in their lives. It can occur suddenly or may develop over a period of…
Many people who are suffering from back pain, struggle to come to know that what is causing their problem indeed but they do not bother to think about the hours of their continuous sitting which might prolong than eight hours and this prolonged sitting may be the underlying cause. Underlying Causes The most common underlying…
Some persons have a higher risk of having acute and chronic back injuries due to their lifestyle of such kind which is not very good for their back. Athletes are also included in this category the people of which have to suffer from the lumbar injuries more than the ordinary population. No matter, if the…
According to a study, back pain is the third most common cause of visiting a doctor. It is experienced by everyone at least once in their lifetime. Even though so many people suffer from back pain, a lot of people don’t seek treatment for it. What most people don’t realise is that common day-to-day practices…
The back is one of the most important structures of the body. It helps hold ourselves in an upright posture, and supports out head on our torso. The back, or more specifically the spine, is involved in constant movement. It helps us bend and stand up, lift things, hold heavy weights and aids in twisting…
Are you doing everything you can to reduce that pain in your back and neck? If you’ve had back pain for a long time, you will be familiar with some of these methods already. But if you have started experiencing back and neck pain recently, and are looking for some remedies, this post will help…
When you look at the spine from the back, it appears straight. But if you observe it from the side, you’ll notice it has some curves. These curves are natural, and appear at the neck, the torso and the lower back. What is Lordosis? The inward curvature of the lower back (lumbar) and upper back…
Millions of people are affected by lower back pain worldwide. Usually, back pain can be treated easily and does not have a serious underlying cause. But in rare cases, severe back pain can be due to a condition known as the “cauda equine syndrome” or CES. This is not well known and is often misdiagnosed.…
Almost every other person you know these days is complaining of some kind of back pain. There is no doubt about it, it is one of the most common complaints of discomfort and unease. In the United States alone, almost 80 percent of the people suffer from lower back pain at least once at some…
Back pain…you’ve had it for a while and after reading tons of material online, you are having nightmares that you might end up in surgery. But wait! That isn’t entirely true. Surgery is only necessary in very severe cases and usually, back pain resolves with simple yet effective treatments that you can easily do on…
Any condition that puts pressure on the spine can cause spinal cord compression. Spinal cord comprises of nerves that carries messages back and forth from the brain to the muscles and the rest of the body. This bundle of nerves is protected by the backbone. The backbone comprises of small bones called vertebrae that are…
Everyone has had back pain at some point in their lives. Maybe you lifted something heavy and sprained your back, or that worn out chair at your workplace is making your backache like crazy. Maybe that mattress of yours is wearing you out, or you tried to hit that tennis ball with all your might…
Back pain is something that everyone has faced at least once in their lifetimes. Most of the people get alarmed when they experience it but it’s not always as bad as it seems. Many back problems are not usually too worrisome and are easily treatable. The more serious causes are experienced by hardly 5% of…
Sciatica refers to the pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which branches off from the lower back and travels through the hip and buttocks and down each leg. Sciatica (pronounced as sigh-at-eh-kah) is not actually a medical diagnosis or a disease, it is a symptom of an underlying condition. It describes the symptoms of…
What is Degenerative Spine? Degenerative changes in the spine are the ones that occur as we catch age, and these cause loss of normal structure or function of the spine. The spine consists of bones called vertebrae. These are supported in between by the spinal discs, which are a soft gel-like sacs acting as shock…
We’ve all experienced it at some point in our lives. But before talking about how long does a spasm lasts and what to do about it when it happens, we need to review what we know about the different parts of the spine. Our spine is a set of multiple bony rings called vertebrae, which…
A burning back sensation is the feeling of experiencing warmth or heat in the back, which may or may not have accompanying pain. A lot of other symptoms can occur with the burning, including tingling, numbness or itching. Back pain is something that is experienced by almost everyone at some point in their lives. Back…
Back pain is usually the morning alarm for many people, causes them to wake up early due to the discomfort. Morning pain rarely occurs due to a serious problem. There are many causes of back pain that can be treated by yourself if you take some measures on your own. Sometimes, simple things like changing…
Back problem can cause neck pain, middle back pain, lower back or hip pain. Back pain usually occurs due to a sprain, strain or trauma can be treated by correcting body posture, taking rest, or performing particular exercises. Non-invasive spinal decompression therapy works best to treat over 90% causes of back pain in a gentle…
Neck pain is one of the common problems. It can be caused by an injury, pinched nerve, or poor posture due to leaning over work desk, computer or mobile phone. However, a strain or a sprain are the commonly observed reasons of neck pain. Neck Strain This occurs when fibers in a muscle or tendon…
If hip pain has been bothering you for a while, you must be wondering whether it will go away on its own, or you need to consult your doctor. Hip pain can be due to a lot of reasons. These may be serious, or might go away simply by taking care of yourself at home.…
Did you know that every third person suffers from soul torturing immense back pain? And every second person ignores it. People usually think that backache is just a normal ache, that will fade off after some time but they should know that sometimes back pain is just the indicator of many more fatal diseases. Yes,…
Neck pain transferred to your head is not a normal headache. This type of severe headache is called “tension headache.” Know the Soul Cause of Tension Headache The cause of this kind of headache lye in the neck. It is due to the muscles around your skull. At the very base of your head (skull)…
If you have stumbled upon this post, you must be suffering from some kind of back pain, and eagerly looking for solutions to improve it. But before treating back pain, you must first understand why it happens in the first place. You’ll be surprised to know that back pain is one of the most common…
Back pain is hard to bear; it feels like your body is undergoing some kind of horrible torture. Spine is one of the most important parts of the body that is constantly in motion irrespective of our sitting or standing position. Since spine has the most important role to play in the body so any…
Back pain is one kind of hectic that puts the person in a lot of irritation and tension. It feels untreatable and upsetting. People often try to apply things like oil and pain ointments, but they rarely do any good for the pain. Yes, it does sooth the pain for a while but it does…
A middle aged person was once asked about what kind of problem in his body is the most painful and irritating. He replied immediately that it is the back pain. It’s quite true if we ponder that why people regard spinal pain as deadly pain because it feels like complete death. It’s like someone punching…
A back pain initiating in the morning, resolving in the afternoon and coming back in the evening can be a result of different factors. Why this happens can be determined by the use of medications, the occurrence of inflammation and injury. Being unmindful of these factors many of the patients are heard talking about the…
Treating and managing back pain becomes tough due to the radiating pain when the problem is not usually that bad. Experiencing back pain can feel like a serious problem. It’s the pain that most people associate with the cause and assume it to be something serious. As the pain can be such a bear. Medical…
When surgeons incorporate smaller incisions and less disturbance than usual to muscles supporting the spine. This is known as the minimally invasive mean of spine surgery. This procedure makes use of the muscle alone directly over the surgical area. No cutting or dissecting is involved. A gentle approach is applied by gently spreading apart the…
Living with pain can be difficult but deciding for surgery or not can be more complicated. People living with one or more spinal condition think about surgery at some point during the course of their pain episodes. But Prior deciding for surgery let’s learn about different spinal conditions and whether they can be treated without…
Deciding who to see for treatment can be difficult than it seems. Be it a hurting back or a bad knee who to visit for treatment is the question that most of the people face when they are on an episode of back pain. What makes it more difficult is the opinion of friends and…
If you become successful in discovering the roots of the back pain. You are on the right track of relieving your pain in no time. This is all about energy. Pain can be defined as an attention seeker. It is from the pain that we know something is out of balance. This calls for making…
People who are seen struggling with any back condition commonly complain about the non–usage or lack of non-invasive means of treatment. Some options that are generally available are physical therapies, injections, pain relievers and most daunting of all the back surgery. Some Spine therapies will soon be on the horizon for patients that often gets…
The majority of the population is right–handed. This compels us to think the right side gets used more and comparatively hurts the most. There are people habitual of leaning to their right side consequently contracting the right paraspinal tissues along with the facet joints. Which means putting themselves at the brink of more pain in…
You might be familiar with a doctor’s recommendation to stay physically fit if you are on lower back pain. It is a form of self-treatment that is obtained from clinical guidelines regarding back pain. A research study has been founded in favor of walking as an evident option for people on low back pain, preventing…
There’s an estimate of 14 million people that visit doctors for back pain on a yearly basis. It is common for you and your family to have back pain at the current phase or some time in their lives. Though it is hard to say that every chronic low back pain sufferer has it in…
Back pain is kind of an ailment that is common to be presented in a physicians’ office every year. Some factors can greatly contribute to or created by back pain. For example, Spinal compression, muscle imbalances, pinched nerves, muscle spasms, trigger points, stress, slips or falls. How pain occurs is what concerns most of the…
The range of treatment options for back problems are not usually found in a doctor’s office, it is obtained from the medicine cabinet. Any sort of back pain and people rush towards the pain-relieving powers of anti-inflammatory medicines usually accessible over the counter. Being easily available doesn’t mean these pills have zero drawbacks. Learning the…
As the basic knowledge of the core states that proper lumbopelvic stabilisation improves continuously, the understanding of the function of diaphragm’s as postural muscle also improves. It is understood that the diaphragm always contracts due to inspiration. This results in an increase in intra-abdominal pressure and stiffness in the lumbar spine. Activities, stability is maintained…
Epidural is relief provider during childbirth at the same time keeping you fully conscious during delivery. Even though there’s less overall pain but it doesn’t completely get rid of it during childbirth. A catheter is used to induce the medication. It is a thin flexible tube exactly hollow. It is inserted in the epidural space.…
Does your back always hurt? Pain that won’t go away is most commonly identified as chronic back pain. It’s is common practice for people living with severe pain to think and eventually go for a surgery. While it is a decision that purely your doctor and you can make. But a few things prior to…
A pinched nerve is most commonly known as a compressed nerve that can be quite painful. Some self-care options may relieve your symptoms to some extent. These include heat and ice massage, over the counter medications (mostly anti-inflammatory), and etc. If the pain has just radiated and isn’t too severe, these first-hand options can significantly…
Lower Back Pain most commonly comes from a muscle strain or lumbar strain. When the muscles of the back are stretched too far a muscle strain is likely to occur. Nearly everyone experiences low back pain at a point in their life. An injury to muscle or ligament is the cause of almost all sorts…
Arthritis is a common degenerative joint disease. This condition reveals the wearing down of the protective cartilage that cushions the tops of the bones. This results in pain and swelling in that area. This condition may further lead to osteophytes or bone spurs. What Is Arthritis of the Spine? Spinal Arthritis is a breakdown of…
According to a long-held belief high heels cause back pain. The extensiveness of this thought has made it a fact to believe for many people. This simply doesn’t mean it is true. The foundation of the theory of high heels causing back pain lies on the thought that wearing them causes a strain in the…
It can be a chore to get into bed without treating back pain. Lying down and closing ones’ eye can be discomforting might not help during continuous pain cycles. These cycles may co-relate with sleeping patterns too. But is there really anything that could be done to make the pain go? Let’s learn some tips…
It is a common practice for back pain patients to exhibit symptoms of depression. And this won’t be hard to say why? What else to expect from unrelenting pain? Wearing you down by cutting off sleep cycles and eating well. This can greatly add up to your daily stress preventing you to stay physically active.…
Certain symptoms may be a clear sign that you might require surgery. If found related to your spine condition these indicators may end up in surgery. New or progressing bowel/bladder issues Weakness in limbs Gait and balance problems Evidence of increased reflexes Can surgery be a good option for you? You need to consult multiple…
It is a difficult process identifying an accurate clinical diagnosis of the underlying cause of back pain. It can be crucial in making decisions regarding treatment options. No matter what disc problem a person may be facing. Be it a slipped disc, bulging disc, or a degenerated disc. It is important for the patient to…
There are certain questions that circulate in mind when one decides to make use of a Back belt. Back belts have vast applications in providing care and treating spine related problems. In addition to treating the pain, they act as an external stabiliser by providing support to the back. Let’s answer questions about goods and…
Chiropractic care, ice, heat, and gentle exercise are evidently one of the best ways of treatment for back pain claim the latest news from Harvard Medical School. These conservative ways can beat the minute day treatment and diagnosis options that actually break the bank. They can end a culture of unnecessary tests, narcotics and surgery…
As back pain is quite common among people, there are also as many different responses as the number of people experiencing it. The same level of pain experienced by two different people can be totally different in respect of responses. This is all due to differential psyche and outlooks of people. Psychological factors of the…
Exercise and sports are a symbol of well-being and good health. Apart from maintaining the health, they add a sense of pleasure to life. But spine is the question to ask yourself before getting plenty of exercises. Every sport is known to put some kind of stress on your spine. That is why providing flexibility…
According to new studies, people who smoke are at a greater risk of developing chronic back pain than the people who do not smoke. Back pain is one of the most common medical problems and the second most cause of visiting the doctor all over the world. Increased Risk of Backache with Smoking According to…
Do you think what are you eating may contribute to increase your back pain? Yes, it may cause problem. Many types of food either increase or decrease inflammation in the muscles and tissues of the body including back and that is the main cause of pain. So if you are suffering from a backache, you…
The common causes of back stiffness are muscle spasm or arthritis of the spine, especially in the lumbar region. People who are suffering from the arthritis of the lumbar region, have progressively worsening symptoms over the years. Muscle stiffness is also caused by an acute trauma due to heavy weight lifting by wrong technique or…
What is Sacroiliac Joint? The sacroiliac joint is a linkage system between the lower part of the spine and pelvis. Our tailbone (sacrum) connects with the right and left sides of pelvic bones to form sacroiliac joint. Our sacroiliac joint is a fairly stiff and rigid connection between the tailbone and pelvic bones, and only…
Obesity is a condition when a person has excess body weight or fat that may affect his health. Obesity is determined in terms of body mass index (BMI). BMI is a tool used to determine whether a person has a normal body weight in terms of gender, sex and height. It is obtained by dividing…
Back pain is a common problem nowadays. Chronic back pain means a backache that is continued for persistent 12 weeks or more even the underlying cause of an acute backache or initial injury has been treated. Common Causes of Back Pain Here are some causes which may cause you to suffer from chronic back pain.…
Today, surgery is accepted worldwide to treat chronic back pain without realising the risks involved in the whole procedure. Even orthopaedic spine surgeons admit that a high chance of failure exists so much so that Failed Back Surgery Syndrome is a recognised, and serious, condition amongst their patients. Surgery is incredibly invasive and once you…
There are many jobs that require handling, lifting, pushing and carrying heavy items. Industrial workers or labour at cargo ships, hospitals, factories, construction and many other industries handle weight every day. Frequent weightlifting practise can result in musculoskeletal injuries i.e. strains and sprains, spasm of back muscles and many other types of disorders including sciatic…
Human body is blessed with the intrinsic ability to adjust with the changing climate but within its capacity. There are chances that you may get some health-related issues or back problems, especially you had been affected by a backache earlier in your life too. Back Problems Obsereved in Winter Winter may trigger the following back…
Manual handling of loads is the practice carried out by workers during putting, lifting, holding, moving, pushing, or pulling a load. Mechanical handling of loads affect the health of workers and can cause musculoskeletal system disorders, e.g. low back pain because the extra strain is experienced by body muscles and bones and the natural resonant…
Taking medicines regularly has now become a part of daily routine for many people. The basic reason behind growing addiction to medication is that patients go for easy and time saving solution for the treatment of their health problem. No matter how effective a medicine is, it can cause unwanted side effects. Apart from medication,…
There are many household tasks which can lead to severe back pain issues. Have you ever noticed that there are many activities in your daily routine that could be causing you lower back pain? Sometimes we don’t realize but activities like cleaning, doing laundry, taking the stairs and pushing the strollers can lead to excessive…
Sciatica is known as the pain associated with the sciatic nerve in the body. This nerve is one of the largest nerves of the body. This nerve is made of many individual nerves that branch out from the lower part of the spine normally from 3rd lumbar segment. A single nerve root comes out of…
Back pain is a very common problem. Unlike other injuries, the basis of back pain could be anything. One minute you watching TV on your couch and then try to get up but you can not because there is a sharp pain in your back. The cause for this pain can be a slipped disc.…
It is very rare to find someone with a perfect body posture. There are numerous reasons that can be attributed to why many of us have poor postures. In certain cases, the problems are congenital (birth defects) while in other cases; the poor posture may be a result of an old injury or a disease.…
Force applied by muscles produces stress on them. A stress is a force or load that is applied to a body, segment, or muscle. Stress may occur as compression, distraction, shear, torsional, bending, twisting, or any combination. When a muscle get stressed, its connective tissue resist. The muscle and their connective tissue resist these stresses…
It is recognized that within the therapeutic process, a physiotherapist may take on a number different roles like curative, mentor and a counsellor. In relation to counselling, it is argued that physiotherapist may often be involved in counselling situations, without being fully aware of it. The use of counselling skills may be considered as distinct…
Low Back pain is a part of everyday life in Western industrialised countries and according to a research it will affect 80% of all adults in their lifetime –Nachemson & Jonson 2000. Acute low back pain normally settles within 4-6 weeks, but in a small percentage of cases, pain become persistent and impact significantly on…
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both. As a result, bones become weak and may break from a fall. Osteoporosis means “porous bone.” Osteoporotic bones have lost density or mass and contain abnormal tissue structure. As bones become less dense, they weaken…
We are delighted to announce our business partnership with Medinmove – They are currently using the Spinal Backrack as an innovative and unique tool to help their patients improve posture and help them relieve and treat their back pain. MedinMove is a new physiotherapy studio with a medical gym created for the treatment and prevention of all…
How many hours do we sit at computers these days? Most people probably about 8 hrs plus at work arched over their screens, not to mention starring at screens on our laptops and mobiles…yes this is the generation of on liners, e-shops and much more and it is giving us all back and neck pain…and…
There as are many ‘schools’ of thought when it comes to treating back pain: Spinal Orthopaedic Specialists (Cyriax and Maitland Systems) this is the only system we support and practice Spinal Orthopaedic Surgeons Chiropractors Osteopaths Neurologists Rheumatologists Anaesthesiologists We have over 45 years clinical experience at our clinic in London, treating many very complicated cases which…
How to get relief from post-pregnancy backpain? We all know that having a baby has wonderful benefits (aside from lack of sleep!) and during the carrying stage the mother goes through extra pressure on the spine due to the baby load and extra weight etc. However not many discuss the post backpain issues that come…
Sitting in the car in the same position for a long period of time can trigger back pain. If you drive fairly long distances to and from work everyday (driving for over half an hour) or your job specifically involves long hours of driving, you may have experienced back pain-Approximately 30-60% of drivers report back pain…
Many people experience knee and leg aches and pains but do not actually address the reason as to why they are in pain, aside from a sprain, varicose veins, results from wear and tear, overuse, or injuries in joints or bones or in muscles, ligaments, tendons or other soft tissues. … Leg pain can also be caused by a bad back…
Dott. Marco De Paolis, physiotherapist, currently working for Merseg FKT physiotherapy centre specialising in rehabilitation and sports education based in Rome trying the Spinal Backrack. In this video he is demonstrating the Spinal Backrack and its benefits including shoulder rotation, hip raise and thoracic exercises.
The main reason to get an epidural injection is temporarily reduce the pain. In our opinion epidural injections are not effective for spine conditions, they carry a huge risk and other methods such as Orthopaedic Medicine are much safer and results last. What is an epidural injection? Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are a common treatment…
Age related back pain affects everyone, your muscles lose elasticity, your bones lose strength, and your spine loses cushioning as you age, which in turn leads to lower back pain. Medical conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, viral infections, and other diseases can further contribute to the pain. DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE: The condition can be caused by prolonged and…
Thoracic back pain is pain that occurs in the thoracic spine. The thoracic spine is located at the back of the chest (the thorax), mostly between the shoulder blades. The thoracic spine comprises the twelve vertebrae to which the ribs attach and could, therefore, be described as the “upper back” region. Symptoms of Thoracic pain include: Stiffness Limited range of motion Muscle spasms Thoracic…
When you come for a visit at out clinic the three main questions we would like to know are: Where is your pain? How long have you had your pain? What treatment have you had? This will determine our specialist to examine you further and thoroughly carry out a consultation in order to make their…
Once in the Starting Position (shown above), patients are encouraged to perform a series of exercises. These have been carefully developed from long experience to mobilise the facet joints of the spine and to reduce as required, back, neck, and hip pain. When you first lie on the Backrack, you may have a stiff spine…
Scoliosis is abnormal curvature of the spine in the coronal (lateral) plane. Scoliosis of between 10° and 20° is called mild. … This can be caused either by hereditary or developmental factors (metabolic, habitual postures, lack of exercise etc). There are over 80 types of scoliosis and some causes are unknown (ideopathic). Curvatures up to 40 degrees can be treated non-surgically but…
Low Back Pain Thanks to its popularity, Golf is one of the most UK’s and America’s all-time favorite sports. The golfers see it a good sport for people of different ages to play together, spending time with friends and family. Although it is becoming more and more popular between younger and older people, like any…
What is Sciatica? This is a layman’s term used to describe a common back problem and as such it is not a clinical definition of any specific condition. Sciatica is related to the sciatic nerve which is the thickest and strongest nerve in the body. The nerve can sustain a hanging weight of 700kg (the…
Almost all back pain is caused by bone deformity directly linked to, compression. This is when your spine becomes squashed or shortened from its natural length. The Spinal Backrack back brace works directly on the cause of back pain by decompressing your spine, using our unique, patented Backrack system and our clinical experience in Orthopaedic Medicine (over 45…
Once in the Starting Position (shown above), patients are encouraged to perform a series of exercises. These have been carefully developed from long experience to mobilise the facet joints of the spine and to reduce as required, back, neck, and hip pain. When you first lie on the Backrack, you may have a stiff spine…
During pregnancy you back is put under extreme pressure with your growing baby expanding you body, women typically gain between 25 and 35 pounds (11kg-16kg).The spine has to support that weight. That can cause lower back pain. The weight of the growing baby and uterus also puts pressure on the blood vessels and nerves in the…
Back pain is one of the most debilitating forms of discomfort, and happens to many people for various reasons. A safe and non-invasive, home based treatment based on spinal decompression is available and has produced numerous success stories for relieving pain without having to have surgery. Here at Spine Backrack our Backrack system which is based…
1.Bulging Disc: A bulging disc is a condition in which the nucleus (inner portion) of a spinal disc remains contained within the annulus fibrosus (outer portion), unlike a herniated disc in which the nucleus leaks out of the disc. Symptoms include: Numbness Weakness, Tingling Muscle spasms or cramping, These will depend on the region of the spine where nerve compression…
Once in the Starting Position (shown above), patients are encouraged to perform a series of exercises. These have been carefully developed from long experience to mobilise the facet joints of the spine and to reduce as required, back, neck, and hip pain. When you first lie on the Backrack, you may have a stiff spine…
Almost 80% of Americans will have back problems at some point in their life. The most common form is in the lower back, which at times can result in disabling episodes. The number of Americans experiencing lower back pain (LBP) is on the rise, especially amongst over-65s Based on data collected in a 2013 study conducted by the…
A bone spur is an outgrowth of bone that can occur along the edges of a bone. It is also called an osteophyte. Bone spurs can form in any bone but are most commonly found in joints, where two or more bones come together. They also occur where muscles, ligaments, or tendons attach to the bone. Bone Spurs can occur in any bone in the body (such…
Once in the Starting Position (shown above), patients are encouraged to perform a series of exercises. These have been carefully developed from long experience to mobilise the facet joints of the spine and to reduce as required, back, neck, and hip pain. When you first lie on the Backrack, you may have a stiff spine…
Orthopaedic Medicine The established procedures of Orthopaedic Medicine provide highly effective non-surgical treatment options for curing a whole range of spinal disorders, according to the well-renowned spinal specialist Mr Luklinski – a world authority on spinal care with more than 45 years of practice and founder of the Luklinski Clinic in London. Treatment efficacy The efficacy of orthopaedic…
@fisioterapiadalmolin during a seminar related to the utilisation, efficiency and benefit of the Spinal Backrack System. Find out how the Spinal Backrack System can help your patients to treat and alleviate neck and back pain. Back Pain most cases of back pain are mechanical, due to so called “compression” , leading to deformity of the spine,…
There are three general types of back pain that can cause you discomfort and irritation while at work: Manual labour back pain: this is inherent in jobs that require heavy manual labour such as lifting objects and repetitive bending. Employees who perform strenuous work are more susceptible to developing a whole series of back pain…
Study shows that mis-diagnosis and surgery, injections and drugs are ineffective and MRI scans are counterproductive. The evidence shows that fusing the discs in the spine, inserting artificial discs or giving spinal injections does not usually help. Vast numbers of people with lower back pain across the world are being harmed, not helped, by the surgery,…
Once in the Starting Position (shown above), patients are encouraged to perform a series of exercises. These have been carefully developed from long experience to mobilise the facet joints of the spine and to reduce as required, back, neck, and hip pain. When you first lie on the Backrack, you may have a stiff spine…
Once in the Starting Position (shown above), patients are encouraged to perform a series of exercises. These have been carefully developed from long experience to mobilise the facet joints of the spine and to reduce as required, back, neck, and hip pain. When you first lie on the Backrack, you may have a stiff…
What is Sciatic Nerve or Sciatica? The pain or other neurological symptoms felt along the sciatic nerve are known as” Sciatica”. In fact, sciatica refers to a problematic sciatic nerve, and is not a medical diagnosis per se, it is a symptom of an underlying medical condition. There are many reasons that a healthy sciatic…
What Really is Spinal Decompression? Before we discuss the spinal decompression therapy, you need to know what is spinal compression. From a medical point of view, when your spine becomes squashed or shortened from its natural length, it is called spinal compression. It is the deformity of the spine. According to a study, spinal compression…
Symptoms and causes of thoracic pain Thoracic pain will occur in the spine behind your chest or thorax, between your shoulder blades. Your thoracic pain will probably extend from the base of your neck to the beginning of your lumbar spine. This will be around waist level. If you experience this sort of pain, you…
Self-help for lower back pain sufferers If you suffer from lower back pain, you are certainly not alone. Lower back pain is classed as a musculoskeletal disorder and as such is one of the major reasons for absenteeism from work. A musculoskeletal disorder may affect your: lower limbs your arms or neck and your back…
Innovation Of The Year Award – 2018 Finalists We are proud to share that Spinal Backrack has been nominated as a finalist for the COPA Series Innovation Award! As the leading platform showcasing the innovative products and services designed to change the way a range of physical and neurological conditions are treated, The COPA Expo…
What is facet joint syndrome precisely? Facet joint syndrome is basically another term for osteoarthritis. It is a pain at the joints between the vertebrae in your spine. Facet joints are the joints that make your spine flexible. so that you can twist and bend. Problems with the facet joints are common, but they can…
We are proud to share that Spinal Backrack has been nominated as a finalist for the COPA Series Innovation Award! The COPA Series from May 9-10 in London, UK is one of Europe’s leading events for rehabilitation professionals. Come and visit us at the STAND NUMBER: 2214 See you there!
What to do if you have spinal stenosis First of all, let’s consider what spinal stenosis is. There are two major types of spinal stenosis: cervical and lumbar stenosis. Cervical stenosis is a narrowing of your spine near your neck. Lumbar stenosis affects your spine in your lower back. Again, it is a narrowing of…
What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is all part of the natural ageing process. Sometimes, the normal changes that occur in your discs cause you pain. These processes may not cause you any pain, but they can be painful for many people. Think of your discs as shock absorbers. They are in…
What is a spinal bulging disc? A spinal bulging disc is quite a common injury. They can be referred to in different ways, but basically, they are spinal discs which have changed shape due to pressure on a disc. It might also be caused by the aging process. Bulging discs are sometimes also known as…
What is a herniated disc? If you have been diagnosed with a herniated disc, you might be wondering what this means. You may also believe, erroneously, that you will need an operation. Let’s start by explaining what a herniated disc is exactly. A herniated or slipped disc A herniated disc is often called a slipped…
Do you drive? Take a look at our car seat back support If you are a driver, whether you work as a taxi driver, for example, or just drive for pleasure, you can make your back more comfortable if you use a car seat back support. If you are going to buy a car seat back…
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Lower Back Pain while you are at work If you have lower back pain while you are at work, you should report it to your health and safety representative and your employer. Talk with them about how your work situation could be improved. For example, perhaps you need a chair support, or perhaps your work…
Do you have lower back pain problems? If you suffer with back pain, you may be wondering if you should have surgery, a laminectomy or discectomy perhaps. Many of our clients have written to us with their tales of woe after having surgery so our advice is that it is better to try your own…
Please find below the review that has been made by Dr. David Di Segni from MDM Fisioterapia. “Intrigued by a series of videos on the Internet about a wooden device to decompress the spine and carry out a series of exercises, I decided to contact Spine Back Rack, to try it and share my impressions.…
Our backrack has been designed by Harley Street spine specialists with back pain sufferers in mind. It is totally safe for you to use at home. It has been granted a patent and, naturally, this is proof of its efficacy. It is endorsed by a specialist who has worked for many years with patients who…
If you suffer from lower back pain, you may have been thinking of undergoing surgery. However, a simple solution might be to purchase a back support belt. Read more. What exactly is a back support belt? If you are one of the many people who suffer from lower back pain, you may have considered surgery…
Perhaps you have been searching for back pain solutions for some time now and none have worked totally. Even a temporary respite is better than being constantly in pain. If you can’t sleep, you become irritable and your nearest and dearest suffer along with you. The problem is that you could be considering a laminectomy…
Just because you work from home certainly doesn’t mean that you don’t work hard or spend a lot of hours sitting at your desk. Sitting in the same position, whether you’re an artist or a writer or a business professional, can lead to tired, stiff, and painful muscles throughout your back. Thankfully, there are several…
These days doctors recommend exercise, rather than bed rest, for patients with lower back pain. However, not all exercises are suitable if you are suffering from pain in the lumbar region. Indoor exercises to try if you have a painful lower back Toe Touching is not for you if you have lower back pain. It…
Unfortunately, there are many people in the UK (and the rest of the developed world) who suffer from back pain. Suffers are fairly stoical about their aches and pains, so as long as the pain does not rise above their pain threshold level they don’t do much about it. However, there are non-surgical interventions which…
Back pain can make everything feel more difficult, and when it is severe, it can even prevent you from being as active as you’d like. There are all kinds of reasons why people experience back pain, and all different muscles and areas in the back that can be affected. With some problems like sciatica, the…
You may be experiencing lower back pain for a number of reasons. These might be because you have torn or strained a muscle or ligament. Such injuries can develop slowly, or they may happen suddenly. For example, if your job involves you making repetitive movements, over time you might develop back pain and also a…
A back belt is a great orthopaedic product that travellers should invest in because you can take it anywhere and use it anytime to relieve and prevent back pain and stiffness. Back pain is a common symptom suffered by those who love to travel. Whether you’re planning on heading to a destination by plane or…
Back pain comes in various forms, ranging from mild to chronic. Sometimes it disappears quickly if you have simply been sleeping in an awkward position. If that happens, bending and stretching exercises can help and hopefully it will soon go away. If you experience more severe and prolonged back pain, you may decide to take…
If you suffer with back pain, you’re definitely not alone. In fact, about three million people end up taking long term sick leave as a result of their debilitating back pain. Continue reading to learn more, and if you suffer from back p
