
Orthotics and Back Pain: When Are They Necessary?
If you’ve ever experienced persistent low back pain, you may have been told the problem starts with your feet. It’s a common claim in musculoskeletal care—and one that contains some truth. The feet are, quite literally, the foundation of your body. When that...

Coccydynia: Understanding and Treating Tailbone Pain
Tailbone pain—also known as coccydynia—can make even the simplest daily tasks like sitting, driving, or bending forward feel unbearable. Though it’s a lesser-known condition, coccydynia can significantly disrupt quality of life, especially when left untreated. In this...

Grip Strength: A Powerful Predictor of Mortality and Fall Risk
When most people think of grip strength, they picture a firm handshake or the ability to open a stubborn jar. But recent research suggests that this simple measure offers profound insight into your overall health. In fact, grip strength has emerged as a powerful...

MRI Confirmation of Fatty Infiltrate in the Lumbar Multifidi: What It Means for Chronic Low Back Pain
When it comes to diagnosing and treating chronic low back pain, imaging can provide critical insights that influence treatment strategies and outcomes. One of the more significant findings on MRI imaging, particularly in patients suffering from persistent low back...

How to Enjoy Retirement Without Chronic Pain Holding You Back
After working 35 years at the same company, Ron was ready to retire and enjoy his freedom. But chronic pain in his knees and back threatened to steal the very life he’d worked so hard to build. Instead of celebrating his future, he was fighting just to move...

Understanding Spondylolisthesis: Types, Grades, and Treatment Options
Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition that occurs when one vertebra slips forward over the one beneath it. While it can affect individuals of all ages, it’s particularly common in adolescents involved in sports and in adults due to degenerative changes. This...