Spinal Decompression at Home: A Guide for Back Pain Prevention
Back pain can be frustrating, affecting our daily activities and overall quality of life. Spinal decompression at home could offer significant relief without visiting a hospital. So, what is spinal decompression exactly, and how can it be done in the comfort of your home? Decompression offers several advantages for older adults with chronic back pain […]
Low Back Pain in Older Adults: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Treat It
Low back pain is a common problem that affects many older adults. While it may feel difficult to live with low back pain at times, several practical approaches to managing low back pain can help you stay active year after year.
Navigating Spinal Fusion Surgery Recovery
Aging gracefully often comes with its fair share of challenges. Among these are the persistent neck and back aches that no number of massages or over-the-counter painkillers seem to alleviate. For some more serious cases, the proposed solution, often seen as a last resort, is spinal fusion surgery. Spinal fusion surgery is a major procedure […]
Spinal Spondylolysis Printable Exercises [PDF]
Spinal Spondylosis is a relatively common condition, often found in older adults, characterized by a stress fracture or weakness in a part of the vertebrae. To help you understand this condition better, we have created a comprehensive printable fact sheet that will provide you with in-depth information about Spinal Spondylolysis, its causes, treatment options, and […]
Bone Spur Printable Exercises [PDF]
As we age, our bodies undergo a myriad of changes, one of which can be the development of bone spurs. Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, are bony projections that often form where bones meet each other – in your joints. This printable fact sheet has been specially crafted for older adults to provide comprehensive […]
Low Back Strain Printable Exercises [PDF]
If you have ever felt pain or stiffness in your lower back, you might have experienced a lumbar back strain. This is a common injury that affects the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints that support your spine. It can happen when you lift something heavy, twist your back, or overuse your back muscles. Lumbar back […]
Preventing and Managing Spinal Fractures from Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis can significantly increase the risk of spinal fractures and other complications. Spinal fractures from osteoporosis are more common than you may realize—and not just for seniors. An estimated 700,000 people (equal to about half the population of Hawaii) are diagnosed in the U.S. annually. An osteoporosis diagnosis can be daunting, but even if you’ve […]
What Causes a Rounded Back?
A rounded back is an understandable concern for many older adults. While many seniors live with kyphosis or forward curvature of the upper spine, it is often a mysterious and poorly understood condition. It can be helpful to understand the basics of kyphosis and its various causes, its symptoms and diagnosis, and the best treatment options […]
Printable Degenerative Disk Disease Exercises [PDF]
As we age, our bodies inevitably face a range of changes and potential health issues. One such condition that can affect older adults is degenerative disk disease. This is not a disease per se, but a condition in which natural, age-related wear-and-tear on a spinal disc causes pain, instability, and other symptoms. Understanding this condition […]
Printable Spinal Stenosis Exercises [PDF]
Navigating the complexities of spinal stenosis can be daunting, especially for older adults who are most commonly affected by this condition. That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive, easy-to-understand printable fact sheet dedicated to providing you with essential information about spinal stenosis. This resource is designed to help you understand the causes, symptoms, and potential treatment […]
Printable Lumbar Arthritis Exercises [PDF]
As we age, our bodies are subject to various ailments and conditions, one of which is lumbar arthritis. This is a condition characterized by the degeneration of the joints in the lower back, leading to chronic pain and discomfort. To help you understand and manage this condition better, we’ve created a comprehensive, easy-to-understand printable fact […]
Printable Back Strain Exercises [PDF]
As we age, our bodies naturally become more susceptible to various aches and pains, one of the most common being back strain. This discomfort can significantly impact our daily lives, making even the simplest tasks challenging. Understanding the causes, treatments, and prevention techniques for back strain can greatly improve the quality of life for older […]
Disk Herniation Printable Exercises [PDF]
One of the most common health concerns among older adults is disk herniation, a condition that can cause significant discomfort and impact your mobility. To help you understand this condition better, we have prepared a comprehensive printable fact sheet on disk herniation. Our fact sheet covers everything you need to know about disk herniation including […]
Slipping a Disk: We Explain Disk Herniation
Up to 80% of individuals will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives, and in many cases, disc herniation is to blame. Despite being incredibly painful for some people, most cases improve with a few weeks to months of conservative treatment including traditional medicinal and complementary options. Spinal Anatomy To better understand […]
Spinal Stenosis: The Other Cause of Back Pain
Lumbar spinal stenosis is a common condition, affecting more than 200,000 adults in the United States. Lumbar spinal stenosis is the most common reason for spinal surgery in patients over the age of 65; however, surgery has shown no significant benefit over conservative treatment options. If you have recently received a diagnosis of lumbar spinal […]
