Up to 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives. While occasional soreness after a long day or tough workout can be normal, certain symptoms mean it is time to see a spine specialist. Recognizing these red flags early can help you protect your long-term spine health and avoid serious…
Disc Replacement: Quick Facts When It’s Considered: Disc replacement is considered after a careful evaluation and a solid trial of conservative care such as physical therapy, medications, and regenerative options when neck, arm, or back pain still limits daily life and imaging confirms the source. The goal is to replace the painful cervical disc to…
Quick Facts: Symptoms of pain or tingling in the shoulder, arm, and/or hand are very common in many of the patients we care for at VSI. There may be several reasons for these symptoms. 4 Common Reasons for Arm Pain or Tingling Accurately diagnosing the cause of your arm pain is the first step to finding…
Sciatica Quick Facts As an interdisciplinary spine-specialized practice, we are fortunate to be able to offer our patients in-house nonsurgical care to often begin their treatment. One of the most effective nonsurgical methods is spine-specialized physical therapy. As the only spine-specialized physical therapy practice in the Metro-DC area, we not only serve our own patients…
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy is a structured, evidence-based approach to improving vestibular function and reducing symptoms related to balance and dizziness disorders. While it can require a significant investment of time and effort, many people find that it is an effective way to regain their quality of life and return to their normal activities.
Summer Heat and Back Pain: Quick Facts Why It Flares: Heat and humidity promote dehydration and inflammation, sensitize nerves, and compound overuse from summer activities and travel; hot nights can also reduce sleep quality and pain tolerance.Who’s Most Affected: People with disc degeneration, sciatica, spinal stenosis, or facet arthritis; outdoor workers/athletes; pregnant individuals; and anyone…
If you are experiencing pain in your knee, specifically under your kneecap, one common cause of this may be Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), a condition in which the area under your kneecap is irritated and causes pain.
Pillows and Back Pain: Quick Facts Your Pillow Materials Matter Good alignment of your spine is just as important when you’re lying down as it is when you’re standing up. So if you suffer from back pain, the first thing to consider when lying down is if you have enough support. Having the right pillow…
Migraines are the sixth most disabling illness worldwide, affecting nearly 40 million Americans and one in four households. While migraines can strike in any season, summer brings its own surge in cases. In fact, one study found that for every 10°F increase in temperature, migraine likeliness rose by 6%. So why does heat make migraines…
When you think of the summer time, back pain may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet for many people, hot weather can make existing pain worse, or even trigger new flare-ups. Extreme heat, dehydration, and lifestyle changes during the summer months all play a role in your risk for back pain…
