SOC News
Our SOC News section is devoted to share the latest information in spine health and overall wellness. Through our SOC News page, we provide the latest news on spine and orthopedic care, advise from our doctors and all kinds of information aimed at helping our readers improve their health.
Prevent Sciatica from a Herniated Disc
A herniated disc is very common in people aged 35-55 . In fact, one of the most common causes of sciatica is a herniated disc. This comes as a shock to most people. However, [...]
A Letter to Our Patients About the Coronavirus
It is due to our deep commitment to our patients that we have made the decision to keep the offices open for the foreseeable future.
Tight Hamstrings Treatment: Yoga Poses, Foam Roller Exercises
What are Tight Hamstrings? Let's first take a dive into what are tight hamstrings. The hamstring consists of a group of muscles, these muscles run up the back and to your thigh. Typically, when you [...]
Dr. Alan MacGill, New Member of Board of Directors for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
We would like to start by congratulating, Dr. Alan MacGill, on his achievement and contributions at the Annual Scientific Conference. At the conference, he was installed as a new member of the Board of Directors for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons.
Acute vs. Chronic Pain
When pain occurs there are two different types, acute pain and chronic pain. It's important to know the difference.
Understanding Different Tendon Injuries
A tendon is a fibrous band of tissue. They connect muscles to bones. There are several names used for an inflamed, injured, or damaged tendon. These include tendonitis, tendinopathy, tendinosis, tenosynovitis, paratenonitis, and a tendon [...]
What You Need to Know About the Lumbar Spine (Lower Back)
Your lower back (lumbar spine) is much stronger than you think. It is highly flexible with a broad range of motions. Specifically, weight-bearing and sturdy.
7 Tips to Protect Your Lower Back
The lower back gives the body great flexibility and strength. However, simple everyday activities can cause pain in this critical part of the body when performed incorrectly.
What is Considered a Back Pain Medical Emergency?
Sometimes back pain is caused by a common muscle strain and sometimes it can be a sign of a more serious medical problem. Serious back pain related to a medical emergency can result in disability if not treated promptly. It is important to know when back pain could be potentially life threatening.
How to Relieve a Tense Neck After a Muscle Spasm
When your neck muscles tighten suddenly and involuntarily, it means that you are suffering a muscle spasm. Your neck will not only become very rigid and stiff; it could also get so bad that you cannot even turn your head.
Questions & Answers
Visit our Questions & Answers by Raina Diedrick, Kendally Guardia and Victoria Verrengia, our certified PAs who answer all the questions from patients and readers. Visit our Questions & Answers section here.
Can you lay on your back after surgery?
Yes, you can lay on your back after surgery. To reduce pain after a spinal procedure it [...]
Why do I have shoulder pain from golfing?
There are several reasons you could be experiencing shoulder pain from golfing or playing a sport in [...]
How can I stop sciatica pain?
It is very common for people to think of sciatica as a condition. Although, it is not. [...]
Prevent Sciatica from a Herniated Disc
A herniated disc is very common in people aged 35-55 . In fact, one of the [...]
A Letter to Our Patients About the Coronavirus
It is due to our deep commitment to our patients that we have made the decision to keep the offices open for the foreseeable future.
Tight Hamstrings Treatment: Yoga Poses, Foam Roller Exercises
What are Tight Hamstrings? Let's first take a dive into what are tight hamstrings. The hamstring consists [...]
Dr. Alan MacGill, New Member of Board of Directors for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
We would like to start by congratulating, Dr. Alan MacGill, on his achievement and contributions at the Annual Scientific Conference. At the conference, he was installed as a new member of the Board of Directors for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons.