A healthy spine is essential for overall well-being and good quality of life. Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability, often associated with physical inactivity, poor posture, occupation, ...

Begin by placing the feet a wide distance apart, approximately 4-5 feet, with the right foot turned out at 90 degrees and the heel in line with the arch of the left foot. Bend the right knee to a ...

A spinal cord injury might be only the beginning of a person's health woes, according to a new study. People who've suffered spinal cord injuries are more likely to develop an array of chronic health ...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- At any given time, about one in four Americans is dealing with low back pain. For muscles or tendons, rest and physical therapy can help. However, good ...

Back or spinal decompression refers to a group of treatments used to relieve pressure on spinal discs. A healthcare professional may recommend surgical and nonsurgical therapies for decompression.

Spinal tumors can begin in and around the spine or spread from another location. There are many types of spinal tumors, which can be cancerous or noncancerous. Spinal tumors develop when cells in or ...

See how chiropractic adjustments target spinal segments to relieve neck pain and improve mobility, addressing the root cause of discomfort. Curious about the technique?

Stanford Medicine has more on spinal cord injury in children. Advances in surgery allowed doctors to repair a broken neck and ...

Bones called vertebrae make up your spine. Muscles and ligaments connect your vertebrae to each other. Between the vertebrae lie soft, flat discs that provide cushioning and support. Each vertebra ...

Is your back getting on your nerves? Your spine provides structural support, enables mobility and flexibility and protects your spinal cord, which facilitates ...