The holidays can be a time of joy, giving, and spending time with family. However, with the extra stresses of 2020 due to COVID-19, this time of year may also be a time of changes in eating and drinking, loss of sleep, and extreme weather—all of which can add up to a debilitating migraine. Migraine…
In a time when Americans are stuck inside, many have taken to the outdoors to cut down their own Christmas tree. According to CNBC, Christmas tree sales are up by 29% already this year! What better way to end 2020 than with a beautiful, glowing tree to signal better times ahead? With so many families…
Thanksgiving is looking a little different in 2020, but our usual traditions still stand; we’ll be cooking, watching football, online shopping, and most definitely eating. Be sure to arm yourself with these 4 tips to avoid back pain this Thanksgiving. Cooking – Take Breaks When you’re busy running around the kitchen and standing for extended…
November has flown by, leaving many of us with unattended piles of leaves in our yard, among many other pre-winter chores. Before you head off for the weekend and rake all those leaves piling up in your yard – consider this your friendly reminder not to forget about back health! Raking can be deceptively hard…
March 26 is Epilepsy Awareness Day, and about 3.5 million people in the United States suffer from epilepsy. It is often very scary to see a family member or friend lose consciousness. Scarier still is if our loved one starts shaking all over and struggling to breathe. Even when these abnormal movements improve, it may…
2020 has been full of curveballs in terms of public health and political stress. On International Stress Awareness Day, I wanted to highlight the importance of taking care of your health during stressful times in your life. 4 Essential Tips for De-Stressing Your Life: Eat the Rainbow Having a balanced diet that is catered to…
Can you believe it’s almost Halloween? The past few months have flown by, and we are already heading quickly into the middle of fall. While this year’s festivities may look a little different due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it doesn’t mean you can’t still decorate the house with pumpkins and spiders galore. If you suffer…
Adults have been complaining about endless zoom calls for months now, and with distance learning in full swing, kids are finding themselves in the same predicament. Sitting for extended periods in makeshift workspaces and staring at a screen all day has left children across the DMV feeling the emotional AND physical strains. So how…
Spine Surgeon Dr. Colin Haines discusses the warning signs that your at-home setup may be causing you back or neck pain, and tips to help alleviate it. Watch the Video on Youtube
Question: How have you balanced your professional and personal life during the COVID-19 pandemic? Answer (Dr. Colin Haines, Spine Surgeon): Like many spine surgeons, I have recently worked more hours yet felt less productive. The delicate balancing act of helping patients navigate their spinal conditions in the context of COVID-19 has been challenging. I have…
