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.
Tips to Age Well
Aging is inevitable, but it is just a number. How you feel is what matters most. If you feel good, your age is not a huge factor. In fact, if your overall health is well [...]
How to Treat a Ganglion Cyst Rupture
Why Do I Have A Ganglion Cyst? Nobody knows for sure why ganglion cysts form. They grow from the lining of joints and tendons. Usually, when the tissue at the joint erupts, lubricating fluid leaks [...]
Should I Swim with Back Pain?
Swimming is low-impact and great for easing back pain. In fact, your body weight is supported by water when in the pool. So, there is less stress on your joints when swimming with back pain. [...]
The Effects of Poor Posture on The Body
Posture is the position that you hold your body at while standing, sitting, or lying down. A correct posture is the position of the least amount of stress. So, pressure on the joints, muscles, and [...]
Different Types of Spinal Curvature Disorders
Your spine consists of vertebrae and discs that are stacked upon each other. A healthy back has gentle curves. Therefore, absorbing stress from gravity and movement. A spine viewed from the back should be straight. [...]
9 Celebrities Who Once Lived With Back Pain
Back pain can be debilitating. In fact, it can impact your daily life. But, you are not alone. Most adults experience back pain at some point. And this includes celebrities too. Starting from the screen, [...]
Tiger Woods Accident Left Him with a Rod, Screws, and Pins
As most of us know, Tiger Woods has been through many surgical procedures, including spinal fusion surgery. And unfortunately, the terrifying Tiger Woods car accident Tuesday in Los Angeles left him with open right leg [...]
Understanding Nerve Pain
Nerve pain does not have a specific feeling or affect one part of the body. Some people may have intense pain at night, while others can have a burning feeling throughout the day. It can [...]
8 Common Knee Injuries from Falls
Knee pain from a fall can cause knee injuries as minor as a bruise to as severe as a torn knee ligament or a knee fracture. A torn ligament or a knee fracture might even require surgical intervention.
What Are the Symptoms of Pseudogout?
Pseudogout occurs when calcium pyrophosphate (CPP) crystals form in soft tissues. It is not known why some get pseudogout, and others do not. This condition can affect any joint. The knee, ankle, wrist, and large [...]
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. [...]
Tips to Age Well
Aging is inevitable, but it is just a number. How you feel is what matters most. If [...]
How to Treat a Ganglion Cyst Rupture
Why Do I Have A Ganglion Cyst? Nobody knows for sure why ganglion cysts form. They grow [...]
Should I Swim with Back Pain?
Swimming is low-impact and great for easing back pain. In fact, your body weight is supported by [...]
The Effects of Poor Posture on The Body
Posture is the position that you hold your body at while standing, sitting, or lying down. A [...]