Can Physical Therapy Help With Weight Loss and Arthritis? Living with arthritis can feel like you’re in a constant balancing act. On one hand, staying active is essential to managing joint pain and maintaining mobility. On the other, movement can sometimes seem...

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people skip workouts, especially activities like running or jogging. But here’s something many don’t realize—walking may be one of the most effective low-impact exercises for easing discomfort in the lower back and joints....

Your Guide to Low Impact Exercises Whether you're recovering from an injury, just getting started with fitness, or simply prefer joint-friendly movement, low impact exercises are an excellent way to stay active and get results. From apartment gym workouts to cycling...

Knee Fracture 101: Types, Symptoms, Treatment, and Surgery Suffering a broken knee can be both painful and overwhelming. Whether it’s a fractured kneecap, a patella fracture, or another type of knee injury, the road to recovery often includes a combination of rest,...

11 Best Physical Therapy (Physiotherapy) Exercises for Upper Body Pain Relief Upper body pain can be frustrating. Whether it’s caused by poor posture, injury, or a chronic condition, the discomfort in your shoulders, upper back, or arms can make everyday tasks feel...

5 Essential Things Your Surgeon Wants You to Know Preparing for joint replacement surgery involves more than showing up at the hospital. It’s a physical, emotional, and even spiritual process. Whether you’re the one going into surgery or supporting someone else,...

Alfred’s Comeback After a Knee Fracture After a serious knee fracture, getting back to normal life—or even better, returning to the activities you love—can feel like a distant dream. For Alfred, an avid cyclist and weekend soccer player, this journey started with...

The Ultimate Guide To Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery Living with chronic neck pain or spinal issues can be both physically and emotionally draining. When conservative treatments like medication, physical therapy, or rest no longer provide relief, spine surgery...

Things to Avoid With Degenerative Disc Disease Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a common condition that affects the spine as we age. It occurs when the intervertebral discs — the cushions between your vertebrae — begin to break down, causing pain, stiffness, and...

The Dangers of Tech Neck Whether you’re checking social media, answering emails, or watching videos, odds are good you spend several hours a day looking down at a device. Unfortunately, this frequent forward-head posture can strain the muscles in your neck and upper...

When Back Surgery Is Your Best Option Most people who develop back pain want to avoid surgery — and that’s a great instinct. At Spinal Diagnostics, we always prioritize conservative and minimally invasive treatments first. That said, back surgery remains a necessary...

Everything You Need to Know About mild® for Spinal Stenosis Chronic lower back and leg pain can make daily life incredibly difficult — especially when it’s caused by lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS). If conservative therapies haven’t worked and you’re not ready for...

4 Common Migraine Triggers If you experience migraines, you know how quickly they can disrupt your day. While migraines often seem to strike without warning, identifying your personal triggers can help you prevent or manage future attacks. At Spinal Diagnostics, we...

When Incontinence Disrupts Your Life: Here’s What to Do About It Urinary incontinence affects millions of Americans and can be a frustrating and isolating condition. Whether it’s occasional leaks or a more constant issue, incontinence can interfere with your work,...

How Weather Changes Are Related to Migraines Many people who suffer from migraines notice a pattern: their headaches worsen when the weather shifts. While scientists haven’t pinpointed all the mechanisms, there’s growing evidence that weather changes can trigger or...

The Connection Between Diabetes and Peripheral Neuropathy About 50% of people with diabetes will eventually develop peripheral neuropathy. This condition affects the nerves outside your brain and spinal cord and most commonly impacts the feet and legs first. At Spinal...

What Many People Don’t Understand About Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Living with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) can be an incredibly frustrating and isolating experience. Often misunderstood and misdiagnosed, CRPS is a chronic pain condition that typically...

Childhood Trauma and PTSD: Warning Signs and Seeking Support Childhood trauma can leave lasting emotional and psychological scars that carry into adulthood. In many cases, these early experiences can contribute to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder...