Summer is finally here! As many Americans hit the road for a change of scenery this July, comfort is more important than ever. Whether you’re taking weekend day trips in the car or heading to a far away destination, it’s time for some summer fun. 6 Helpful Tips to Avoid Back Pain During Road…
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…
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…
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…
The goal of a good running or walking shoe, or any shoe really, is to provide support as well as comfort for arguably two of the most important body parts, your feet. Your feet are not only vital for getting from point A to B, but they also support the weight of your whole body….
As featured on Fox News online, many people often crack their back or neck out of habit to temporarily relieve tension or stiffness. Learn from Neurosurgeon Dr. William Kemp on why you may want to consider breaking that habit to save your spine. What are the reasons people crack their neck or back? People often…
In this day of fitness trackers, walking desks, marathons and more….I often get asked — is there an amount of movement that could actually be too much for my body? First and foremost, the most important thing to keep in mind when it comes to our physical health and activity is that “movement = health.”…
80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives. It’s bound to happen. But there are so many things we can do to lessen the frequency and intensity of back pain. Here are some of the daily habits I live by and share with my patients to ease the chances of…
