More than half (55%) of US homes have a garden and 18 million Americans are planting and cultivating food and flowers every year. While there’s nothing better than a garden bursting with vibrant veggies and fragrant flowers — all the work it requires (lifting heavy pots and plants and bending, twisting and reaching to plant,…
Many of us wait all year for the opportunity for summer travel. Whether you’re taking a family trip or embarking on a solo adventure, the excitement of hitting the open road can quickly be dampened by the fear of back pain. Whether you plan to be in the car for a couple of hours or…
In honor of National Eat Your Vegetables Day today, let’s remind ourselves of the important role that vegetables play when it comes to dealing with back pain. As a spine surgeon, I see firsthand how patients’ [and my own] dietary choices significantly impact spine health and overall well-being. Let’s dig deeper into how incorporating more vegetables…
Studies show that men are less likely than women to seek help and talk about it when they are struggling and feeling pain. In honor of Father’s Day this year, Dr. Christopher Good, Spine Surgeon and father of three, kick starts an important health conversation for men about the 4 things they need to know…
With the change in seasons often comes a renewed interest in gardening for many. It is a popular hobby in the U.S. with some surveys saying as many as 86% of homeowners plan to plant, dig, and grow things this year. While there’s nothing better than a garden bursting with vibrant veggies and fragrant flowers…
Have you ever been sucked into a social media video promising to cure your back pain? With statistics showing back pain on the rise, it’s no wonder that home hacks are trending and going viral online. Thousands of videos with millions of views claim to know why you’re hurting and offer numerous ideas to relieve…
National Call Your Doctor Day is today — Tuesday, June 11th. This is a good time to talk about the fact that 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives. How do you know when the pain is something that will heal — or something that requires follow up with a…
As we close out Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s essential to recognize the deep, often hidden connections between our mental well-being and physical health. One area where this connection is especially pronounced is in the relationship between chronic pain and our mental and emotional health. Let’s dive into how these two seemingly separate experiences are…
When it comes to posture corrector products — I not only recommend them to my patients; I’ve even helped my mom find one that works for her. She had surgery on her back 20 years ago and she’s done great since then. But sometimes she notices that she’s leaning forward, which is a common issue…
Modern spine surgery bears almost no resemblance to the spine surgery your parents or grandparents had. Innovation and technological advances have drastically transformed the field. So what does that mean for patients? How different are things today? Wendell and Katie Sissler are uniquely positioned to help tell this story. The father/daughter duo had spine surgeries…
