Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery, Benefits, Procedure, and Recovery
Are you living with severe pain that just won’t leave your back? Having consulted with your doctor, you have decided to finally get spinal surgery. While tradit
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Three Weeks Post Bilateral Radiofrequency Ablation Surgery
It is now exactly three weeks since I had my radiofrequency ablation surgery. On my 2nd week, we had a few days away and a car journey which should have taken a
24 Reasons to Take up Walking for Your Health
To help tone your muscles.To boost your immune system.To reduce the risk of cancer.To help you sleep better.To help you keep fit.To activate stronger and health
10 Little Habits to Try Which May Help With Chronic Pain
Stop Judging Yourself - If you are having a bad day it is not usually because you have done something wrong to cause your pain. You're just having a bad day.Hea
What is Osteoarthritis of the Spine?
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis that affects the back. It can occur anywhere along the spine. Usually, the low back and sometimes the neck i
What is the Difference Between a Disc Protrusion/Bulge/Herniated and a Slipped Disc?
What is the difference between a disc protrusion/bulge/herniated and a slipped disc? A disc protrusion is typically classified as a disc with less than 180 degr
One Week on From My Radiofrequency Ablation Procedure to My Sacroiliac Joints
It is now a week since I had my Radiofrequency Ablation procedure for the pain in my sacroiliac joints. Most sites said the average time for the pain relief to
What is Cauda Equina Syndrome?
Cauda Equina Syndrome is classed as a ‘Spinal Emergency’. The spinal cord extends from the brain down through a canal inside the vertebral column. At each level
Day Two, Three & Four After My Radiofrequency Ablation Procedure…
Day One after the procedure was extremely comfortable and in fact, my adrenalin seemed to be on overdrive. On day two I felt as though I had gone one step back.
What is Lumbar Spine Osteoarthritis / Degenerative Disc Disease?
What is lumbar spine osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease? 'Degenerative Disc Disease (or DDD) is caused by degeneration of the discs in the spinal column.
What is a Soft Tissue Back Injury?
Soft tissue injuries are a common cause of low back pain. The vertebrae of the lower back are supported by many soft tissues including tendons and ligaments att
Can Sugar Cause Headaches?
Can sugar cause headaches? Migraine Relief Centre has written an article on how sugar can cause headaches. They write that consuming too much or too little suga
What is Osteoarthritis & How to Manage it?
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis and can cause joints to feel stiff and painful. It is more common in older peop
How TENS Machines Work and My Choice of 3 of the Best TENS Machines for Pain…
How do tens machines work for chronic pain? Tens machines work to relieve pain by blocking pain sensations transmitting to your brain and stimulating your body
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day - Friday 13th May…
SPINAL CORD INJURY AWARENESS DAY – Friday 13th May - Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day, encouraging businesses to show their support by taking on a Wheels at Wor
5 reasons why CBD is popular (and what you need to know) — When Women Inspire
Are you wondering why CBD is popular? Find out exactly what it is, how it works, or what it can do for a better overall understanding. 5 reasons why CBD is popu
5 Common Spinal Conditions and Treatment Options
Back pain affects millions of people around the world. It is one of the most common reasons why a person cannot function well at work or school. It can affect a
Tips on How to Use Hand Reflexology to Relieve Painful Headaches
Hand reflexology is a massaging technique which works by applying pressure to reflex points within the hands. These reflex points are believed to be connected t
Osteopenia and Back Pain
Osteopenia is when your bones are weaker than normal and your bone density is lower than the average adult, but not so far gone that they break easily, which is
May is National Walking Month #walkthismay
National Walking Month - #WalkThisMay May is Living Streets' National Walking Month. This year, we're encouraging you to #Try20 - and walk for 20 minutes each d
Pros and Cons of Spinal Injections for Pain?
As I am sure my readers know I have had several different types of spinal injections from epidurals to facet joint injections and even a life-threatening episod
Top 40 Causes of Back Pain
Causes of lower back pain include - Mechanical issues Soft-tissue injuries Damage to the intervertebral discsCompression of nerve rootsTorn or pulled muscle and
What Are the Differences Between Ankylosing Spondylitis & Psoriatic Spondylitis?
Ankylosing Spondylitis - This is a joint pain (arthritis) that affects the spine, causing irritation and pain. Individuals with AS frequently experience flare-u
Six Reasons Back Pain Has Increased During the Pandemic
Back pain remains one of the most prevalent health problems and a leading cause of disability and has increased greatly during the pandemic. One of the main rea