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GET UP, GET MOVING; 6 HEALTH BENEFITS OF WALKING

You don’t have to be a runner to participate in the Spinal Research Foundation’s upcoming We’ve Got Your Back Race For Spinal Health {May 18th}! Walking is an excellent form of exercise; whether you are just starting to exercise, recovering from an injury or are just looking to get outside and get moving; read on [...]

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GET TO KNOW YOUR GLUTEUS MEDIUS MUSCLE

Did you know that the gluteus medius is one of the most important muscles in the body? It plays a key role in prevention of low back, hip, knee and ankle injuries. The gluteus medius muscle is also key in helping one return from such injuries. What is the gluteus medius? The gluteus medius is [...]

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STRETCH IT OUT: THREE YOGA POSES TO EASE BACK AND NECK PAIN

Many of us experience stiffness and pain in our spine; which can be a pain in the neck {pun intended}! With long hours logged at a desk, a long commute or just a rough night of sleep your back and/or neck may be causing you pain and discomfort. Research suggests that Yoga relieves stress and [...]

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HUNCHED OVER YOUR DESK ALL DAY? GET UP AND STRETCH

  Proper posture is critical in reducing neck, shoulder and low back pain. If you sit at a desk most of the day, chances are you have experienced some sort of pain in your neck and shoulders.  This common pain is a result of poor posture and gravity pulling you down all day long. Our [...]

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BREAKFAST 101: THE MEAL YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

I’m sure you’ve heard it a hundred times over; breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Though we have all heard it, not all of us realize why it is so important. Here’s why! Skipping breakfast for the sake of time or to consume fewer calories may cause you more harm than good. [...]

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OVERCOME MINDLESS EATING WITH THE SECRET TO IMPROVE WILLPOWER

Virginia Spine Institute welcomes, guest blogger , Ryan Lonnett, a Certified Health Counselor and the founder of Empowered Wellness. Leveraging his culinary and nutritional training along with professional coaching education and experience, he delivers custom programs and group classes that provide a unique combination of nutritional information and practical kitchen skills for achieving wellness goals [...]

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SEVEN TIPS ON REDUCING LOWER BACK PAIN CAUSED BY PREGNANCY

  Pregnant women frequently experience low back pain, especially after the second trimester. As your baby grows, low back pain becomes more pronounced. Between 50 to 70% of all pregnant woman will report having low back pain. Lower Back Pain From Pregnancy Can Be Caused By The Following: Hormonal changes: During pregnancy, certain hormones allow the muscles in the pelvis to [...]

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A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS WITH THESE FOUR EASY STEPS

Optimizing your health through four easy steps: Do not smoke or use nicotine products. (Click here for tips on how to quit) Maintain a healthy body weight. Exercise regularly. Follow a healthy diet. These four simple steps may seem like common sense but are very significant to reducing one’s risk for developing common deadly chronic [...]

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WINTER FUN; TIPS TO PREVENT POTENTIAL INJURY WHILE ICE SKATING

Ice skating is a fun way to get some exercise this holiday season. Before your gear up for the ice; check out these tips on preventing potential injury. Skates: Make sure you are outfitted with skates that fit properly. If they are too tight or too big, you may get frustrated, especially if you are [...]

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UNCOVERING THE MYSTERIOUS CORRELATION BETWEEN WEIGHT LOSS AND DECREASED BACK PAIN

It’s a new year; do you have plans for a new you? For many people the holidays brought non-stop, high caloric treats and feasts and perhaps a few extra pounds. But what most people fail to realize is that these extra pounds have more than an undesirable effect to the appearance of our bodies; as [...]

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