Dear Doctors: I have back pain that my co-worker thinks might be due to a herniated disk. She had one, and our symptoms are similar, including numbness down my leg. She got hurt carrying moving boxes, ...

Lower back pain isn’t always a slipped disc. A spine doctor explains hidden causes like sacroiliac joint arthritis, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

TAMPA (BLOOM) – Herniated discs are a common source of back and neck pain, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. If you’ve ever experienced persistent back pain, you may have wondered if a ...

One day, everything is fine. The next day, you wake up to a radiating pain in your spine every time you cough, sneeze or twist your back. What gives? If this story sounds familiar, you may have a ...

Low back pain is a common symptom after a car accident. You may not feel pain right away. Still, it’s important to see a doctor to check for serious injuries. Pain should resolve in a few weeks, but ...

Q: I've been riding my bike a lot this past year, and my lower back hasn't been quite right. I get a pinching pain, and sometimes my left leg gets pins and needles and feels numb. A friend I ride with ...

Most people have a frustrating tale about lower back pain, or will at some point. In fact, experts estimate that 80% of Americans will experience some sort of back pain in their lifetime, while ...

A recent conversation about cortisone shots and back pain due to herniated discs inspired me to write this article. The person I was speaking with was quite misinformed about when cortisone shots are ...

A herniated disk is one of the most common causes of lower back pain. Medications that can help include NSAIDs and prescription drugs such as corticosteroids. The American Academy of Orthopaedic ...

MUCH TO HANDLE. DENISE BROWN SAYS HER PAIN WAS UNBELIEVABLE. I USED TO HAVE A LOT OF CRUCIATE PAIN RIGHT HERE IN MY JOINT WHERE WHERE I USED TO HAVE TO HOLD MY SHOULDERS AND PINCH IT IN TO TO STOP THE ...

Several types of back surgery can help reduce back pain. Common procedures include spinal fusion, discectomy, and disk replacement. Recovery times may depend on the extent of the procedure. Share on ...