If you're like most people, you probably don't give your neck a second thought until something goes wrong -- but it's important. In addition to providing support for your head, which can weigh up to ...

Disc herniations are becoming more common day by day. Affecting approximately 5 to 20 adults out of every 1000 adults (According to NCBI). A herniated disc is a condition affecting the spine in which ...

Exercise is a key component of treating degenerative disk disease. Although no specific exercises are unsuitable for everyone, people should avoid any exercise that causes pain or discomfort. Share on ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Since being diagnosed with a herniated disk in my lower back, I have researched various treatment options on the Internet. I understand that physical therapy is necessary to prevent ...

Dear Doctors: I have back pain that my co-worker thinks might be due to a herniated disk. She had one, and our symptoms are similar, including numbness down my leg. She got hurt carrying moving boxes, ...

Cervical spinal stenosis refers to a narrowing of the spinal canal. If the canal narrows significantly, it can become too small for the spinal cord and nerve roots. This can cause pressure and result ...

Nearly everyone will experience back pain at some point in their life. It is the most common reason in the world for having to miss work. Despite its frequency, back pain can be debilitating and ...