When you have pain in your neck or upper back that you’ve never felt before, you might have a herniated cervical disk. While it might sound worrisome, it is not an uncommon health problem as you age.

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 ...

One day, everything is fine. The next day, you wake up to a radiating pain in your spine every time you cough, sneeze or twist your back. What gives? If this story sounds familiar, you may have a ...

Dr. Vitaly Gordin answers the question: 'How Do I Know I Have A Herniated Disc?' — -- Question: What Is A Herniated Disc And How Do I Know If I Have One? Answer: In order to answer this question, ...

A recent conversation with someone regarding whether or not they should get a cortisone shot in their back to help a herniated disc inspired me to write this article. Why? Because in speaking with her ...

Dr. Vitaly Gordin answers the question: 'X-Rays and Herniated Discs?' — -- Question: What Challenges Are Posed By Trying To See A Herniated Disc On An X-Ray? Answer: A plain x-ray is best suited ...

American golfer Justin Thomas, ranked eighth in the world, has undergone back surgery for a herniated disc, which will ...

The most important thing to remember is that back pain isusually the result of a structural problem, and until the structureof your spine is addressed the pain will persist. Your spine is composed of ...