Pelotons are a passion for many, including me. I know many people who eat, breathe, and sleep Peloton every day, but with my busy schedule, I goal to get on the bike at least 3-4 days a week – especially this time of year when it’s harder to ride outside. I’m not alone. Lots of…
Lower back pain has been identified as one of the primary symptoms of the Omicron variant. Experts analyzing new data out of the US, UK, and South Africa say people are experiencing several new symptoms with the Covid variant, including lower back pain. To make matters worse, many people are exercising less and have…
Throughout the pandemic, more and more people have been stricken with back and neck pain. That same increase seems to be happening again with the rise in the Omicron variant. While the true scientific reasons are not exactly known, there are many potential causes. In my opinion, this is largely due to the work-from-home economy…
It’s the holiday season! But that doesn’t necessarily mean all things goodwill and cheer. In fact, a survey from MetLife found that December is the most stressful time of year for 42% of workers, and it’s no surprise why. This all seems counterintuitive but of those asked, 67% said they found Christmas stressful. But what…
As seen in Men’s Health: Whether you were an early adopter of Peloton back in 2012 or came to embrace the craze when you caved during the pandemic, bought yourself a Peloton Bike+, and now consider yourself a full-fledged convert, most users find that all Peloton classes are not created equal. Some are infused with zen-like chill, some…
With back pain on the rise due to inactivity, unfit work-from-home set-ups, and poor posture, many people are questioning if their back pain warrants seeing a doctor. Here are some answers to just a few of the many questions we receive from patients seeking treatment for their low back pain. What is considered acute back…
Did you know that more than 63 million US households are dog-owning? That means that just under half of the households in the US are occupied with a dog. And for many of these, myself included, have more than one dog in the home. Whether you own a dog or not, everyone knows dogs are…
Have you ever woken up in the morning with increased back or neck pain, only for it to resolve later in the afternoon and return again later that evening? It’s not uncommon to hear patients mention differences in the location and intensity of their back pain depending on the level of activity, weather, or even…
There’s nothing better than resting your head on the pillow after a long day — unless you’ve selected the wrong pillow. With 70% of Americans experiencing neck pain at some point in their lives, this is a topic we revisit often. But finding that perfect pillow seems both as difficult and rewarding a task as…
Every year when it’s back to school time parents make sure their kids have the best supplies, backpacks, and clothes for a successful year of learning – but do they ever make sure they also have the best supplies, bags, or shoes for work and commuting? The answer is no. Many adults continue to use…
