Nearly 10% of the population has diabetes. In fact, among seniors over 65 years of age, it rises to over 25%. If you are one of the many who have been diagnosed with diabetes, it’s critical to keep your spine and nervous system in the best possible health. So, why are diabetics at high risk [...]
Studies show that staring at your computer all day can be harmful to your spine. Learn how staying limber at your desk can help.
Buying the right mattress can mean all the difference between good health and severe pain. Many people suffer countless nights, tossing and turning, only to wake up with back pain due to the wrong mattress. While some prefer their mattress soft and fluffy, others prefer them hard and firm. It really all depends on the [...]
Maintaining positive health habits is hard enough for some. However, for those spending long days at work behind a desk or at a cubicle, it can be even more difficult. Sitting at a desk for eight hours may not only cause mental stress but can add physical stress as well. So, we need to think [...]
Motherhood is a magical time in any woman’s life. However, with all the joy and fulfillment it brings, there may be a fair share of back pain that comes along with it too. And, having a newborn baby presents unfortunate opportunities to strain the back muscles and add pressure on the spine. Even after the [...]
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the numbness, tingling, and weakness in your hand caused by excess pressure on the median nerve in your wrist. This pain may extend up into the arm, between the hand and elbow. CTS affects between 3%-6% of Americans aged 18-64 each year. Often times, carpal [...]
Did you know that the type of footwear you buy might help significantly alleviate pain and pressure in your joints? In fact, the right pair of shoes should do more than express your sense of style; they should help you feel happy and healthy too! Always remember, proper footwear for joint pain is crucial. Each [...]
A few months ago, Dr. Ashish Sahai represented the Spine & Orthopedic Center at the Spine IEP Fellows & Young Surgeons’ Course! SOC was among other esteemed colleagues and academic universities to represent this event! This course is the largest live course for spine and neurosurgery fellows in the US. Spine Fellows and Young Surgeons [...]
Proper posture is not just something your mother told you to keep at the dinner table because it looks good; it is actually vital to maintaining neck and spine health and avoiding pain or injury. Poor posture can cost you an important job interview, sure, but more importantly, it can cost your good health. Why [...]
Do you or someone you know suffer from chronic pain on a daily basis? Do over-the-counter pain relievers such as Tylenol or Ibuprofen fall short in providing relief? Have you turned to opioid-based painkillers just to get by? If so, there may be a safer, and relatively non-invasive option to help relieve some of your [...]
