POTS and Musculoskeletal Pain: An Unlikely Culprit Behind Neck Pain and Headaches
When someone walks into our clinic with chronic neck pain and recurring headaches, our first thought isn’t usually a cardiovascular dysregulation disorder. We often consider posture, movement dysfunction, spinal loading, or stress. But occasionally, the true culprit...
The Real Reason You Have Scapular Pain
If you're experiencing nagging pain near or under your shoulder blade—commonly called scapular pain—you might assume it's a shoulder or muscle issue. But here’s the truth: where you feel pain is not always where the problem is. In many cases, scapular pain is actually...
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...