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.
Low Back Pain From Spinal Problems
Strained muscles are the most common cause of back pain. However, low back pain from spinal problems is also very common. Spinal issues that can cause low back pain, such as: Ruptured/bulging discs: Rubbery discs [...]
Prompt Treatment for Acute Exercise & Sports Injuries
It is possible for you to manage many acute sports injuries from home. This will be helpful before an appointment with your physician. There is no specific treatment regimen. Although, according to professionals mild sports [...]
Understanding How Pain Can Spread
Pain can start in one place, but it doesn't always stay in the same spot though. In fact, pain can spread, expand, or shift over time. In addition, pain can also radiate from one body [...]
Spine & Orthopedic Center Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine Doctor, Kristofer Chenard, M.D.
Spine & Orthopedic Center (SOC) is proud to welcome Dr. Kristofer Chenard, M.D., to its elite team of physicians. Dr. Chenard is accepting new patients at our Plantation, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, and Boca Raton [...]
Understanding Leg Pain and Numbness
There are many different reasons for leg pain. The most common reason is overuse injuries. Although it's also possible that the pain is a symptom of another condition. And it can be intermittent or constant. [...]
How to Manage Brain Fog and Chronic Pain
Do you have a difficult time concentrating? If you are like many others experiencing chronic pain, you might also have various signs of something called brain fog.
Dr. Alan MacGill Named Master Center Surgeon for Innovative Technology on Chronic Ankle Sprains
Boca Raton, FL – July 15, 2020 – Dr. Alan MacGill has been designated a “Master Center” surgeon with experience using innovative technology to help patients with chronic ankle sprains get back on their feet [...]
The Mysterious Rise in Knee Osteoarthritis
Did you know there are over 100 types of arthritis? That's right! And Of these, knee osteoarthritis is the most common. First off, osteoarthritis is age-related joint damage from wear and tear. But there is [...]
Text Neck: Prevention & Treatment
What is Text Neck? Do you get pain and stiffness in your neck? And do you also frequently use mobile devices? Well, the pain you're experiencing could be from text neck. And this pain is [...]
How Technology is Causing Joint Problems
On average, Americans send over 40 emails a day! And we spend close to 23 hours a week texting. Gamers, however, spend an average of 7 hours a week playing video games. Wow, that's a lot of technology time! So, how is it causing joint problems?
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. [...]
Low Back Pain From Spinal Problems
Strained muscles are the most common cause of back pain. However, low back pain from spinal problems [...]
Prompt Treatment for Acute Exercise & Sports Injuries
It is possible for you to manage many acute sports injuries from home. This will be helpful [...]
Understanding How Pain Can Spread
Pain can start in one place, but it doesn't always stay in the same spot though. In [...]
Spine & Orthopedic Center Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine Doctor, Kristofer Chenard, M.D.
Spine & Orthopedic Center (SOC) is proud to welcome Dr. Kristofer Chenard, M.D., to its elite team [...]