Spine. Spine Facts
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What is the proper posture to avoid injuring my back?
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As a child, you probably heard a parent or a teacher tell you to “stand up straight!” Simple as it sounds, maintaining proper posture is an important way to keep the intricate structures in the back and spine healthy and help reduce the incidence and levels of back and neck pain. Maintaining bad posture can […]
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Does my sleeping position and mattress choice matter in avoiding back pain?
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Many people don’t realize that sleeping on your back puts 55 lbs. of pressure on your spine—but simply placing a couple of pillows under your knees cuts the pressure in half. Lying on your side with a pillow between your knees also reduces the pressure on your low back. Mattresses and box springs work together […]
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Does additional weight worsen back pain?
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Keeping on additional weight, especially in the mid-section or stomach, shifts your entire center of gravity forward and puts additional unneeded strain on your back muscles and surrounding tissues. We recommend keeping within 10 lbs. of your ideal weight to avoid experiencing unnecessary back pain or related issues. However, extreme thinness can be accompanied by […]
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