Winter sports are a lot of fun and something the entire family looks forward to all year. In order to participate in winter sports to the fullest, you should remain healthy, which means you shouldn’t develop an illness or injury that could prevent you from enjoying the sports safely. There are steps you can take…
Neck pain
Firm or Soft Pillows for Your Neck
For those of us who love a good pillow when we sleep, the thought of sleeping without one is almost incomprehensible. Yet many of us aren’t using the right pillow, and the result is often neck pain. Firm or soft? Down or foam? Here is some pillow talk so your pillows won’t give you a…
Nonsurgical Treatments for Back and Neck Pain
Back pain and neck pain can interfere with a lot of daily activities. It can be caused by many things, including overworking your body, injuries, and heavy lifting. When the pain becomes debilitating, surgery may be recommended. However, sometimes nonsurgical treatments may alleviate symptoms and let you get back to your usual daily routine –…
Pain in the Neck: Symptoms That Point to a Herniated Cervical Disc
Are you experiencing pain and numbness in the neck? Between each vertebra, lie rubbery cushions called discs. Much like a jelly doughnut, these structures are tougher on the outside and soft & cushy on the inside. Sometimes when persistent pressure is placed on the spine, a herniated disc can develop. This means that some of…
What Can Neck Pain Mean?
Many people complain about neck pain. Sometimes the pain comes from sleeping in a position that strained neck muscles or even from working long hours. Muscle tension from holding your neck at an odd angle such as when hunched over a desk or bench can also lead to neck pain. Degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis…