Why do some people get a curved back as they age and what can be done to avoid it?
As we age, it's common to notice posture changes: shoulders rounding, head leaning forward, back starting to curve. You might associate this with older adults and wonder: will this happen to me? Can I prevent it?
What to know about the sciatic nerve and vitamin deficiency
Certain nutrient deficiencies, including vitamin B12, vitamin D, and magnesium deficiency, may contribute to or worsen sciatic nerve pain.
Electrical stimulation offers hope for treating spinal injuries
A grid of electrodes placed on the backs of study participants delivered enough low-voltage electrical stimulation through the skin to change the short-term function of spinal cord neurons, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers showed. Their findings, published in the Journal of Neural Engineering, could lead to new approaches to treat pain, spasticity, and paralysis in patients, including those with spinal cord injuries and stroke, the authors said.
What to know about lower back problems when running
Running is not typically related to higher-than-usual incidences of lower back pain. However, excessive running without sufficient recovery time, improper running form, and other factors may contribute to lower back problems.
Neck strength testing should be included in concussion prevention
Griffith University researchers have found weaker neck strength is a risk factor for concussion and higher head impacts in rugby league, rugby union, and soccer athletes.
How to strengthen the lower back
Strengthening and stretching exercises for the lower back can help stabilize the lower spine and support the upper body. Examples include the plank and knee-to-chest stretches.
Why You Get Neck Pain From Sleeping Wrong (and How to Fix It)
Neck pain from sleeping wrong is often caused by muscle strain. This may be the result of sleeping on the stomach, using a pillow that's too high, an injury, or sleep issues. If you wake up with neck pain, treatments include cold or heat therapy, stretching, massage, and over-the-counter pain relievers. Sleeping in a neutral position can help prevent neck pain in the future.
Mediterranean diet and exercise may slow bone loss in aging women
A three-year lifestyle intervention based on a reduced-calorie Mediterranean diet combined with physical activity helped mitigate age-related bone mineral density loss in older women with metabolic syndrome, according to researchers from the Universitat Rovira i Virgili and collaborators in the PREDIMED-Plus consortium.
10 Mid-Back Stretches to Ease Stress and Tension
When it comes to back trouble, lower back pain tends to steal the spotlight, but mid-back pain—aches that occur anywhere between the back of the neck and the bottom of the rib cage—is no picnic either. Your mid-back does a lot of work throughout the day—here are a few easy stretches to soothe and strengthen it.
What causes a hump on the back of the neck?
A hump on the back of the neck, or top of the spine, can have various causes. These causes may include kyphosis, osteoporosis, muscle knots, and cysts.