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Category: Back Pain

Dec 17, 2012

Don't Let Snow Shoveling Be a Pain in the Back

I have two big strong sons who are in college in Philadelphia and miss them very much this time of year! While I love winter, I am not very fond of snow removal. Much has been written about the dangers of snow shoveling on your heart. However, while not fatal, low back pain is the […]

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Apr 11, 2011

Hamstring Injuries in Spring Sports: Part 2

Last week’s column presented the cause and symptoms of a hamstring strain. This week will be dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this injury.

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Feb 14, 2011

Sex and Back Pain

This Valentine’s Day do not allow back pain to limit your sexuality! Back pain sufferers can have fulfilling sex lives! While this topic may be slightly awkward for some, those suffering from back pain realize its importance

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Jan 17, 2011

Six-Pack Abs Without Back Pain: The Best Exercises to Strengthen the Abdominal Muscles (Part 2)

While “getting fit” might be one of the top New Year goals, “getting six pack abs” might be one of the most popular exercise goals. This is part 2 on the best exercises for strengthening abdominals: advanced exercises.

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Jan 10, 2011

Six-Pack Abs Without Back Pain: The Best Exercises to Strengthen the Abdominal Muscles

While “getting fit” might be one of the top New Year goals, “getting six pack abs” might be one of the most popular exercise goals.

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Sep 20, 2010

Women's Purses and Back Pain

A recent study shows that the average weight of a woman’s purse has increased by 38% and now exceeds 6 pounds. The problem is that carrying a heavy bag, usually on one side of the body, forces the body to tilt forward and in the opposite direction to compensate. Overtime, this change in posture leads to neck, middle and lower back pain.

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Aug 30, 2010

Backpack Safety

A recent study conducted at Simmons College Physical Therapy Department in Boston found more than 33% of children had LBP that caused them to miss school, visit a doctor, or abstain from activity. Backpacks that are too heavy are particularly harmful to the development of the musculoskeletal system of growing youngsters. It can lead to poor posture that may lead to chronic problems.

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Jun 13, 2010

Do I Need an MRI for Low Back Pain?

How many times have you heard the phrase “My back is killing me!” Almost every American has had an episode of back pain themselves, or knows someone who has had significant back pain. Acute low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common health maladies in the United States and is the leading cause of disability in people younger than 45 years old. It is responsible billions of dollars in health care costs, and is a leading cause of missed work.

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Dec 14, 2009

Will Santa Bring You a Backache?

Holiday shopping is stressful to your body as well as your wallet. Read on to learn how you can avoid pain and injury this season while on the road, in the mall, and at home.

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Jun 13, 2009

Prevention of Lower Back Pain: Maintain Fitness Level

As little as 10 extra pounds puts great stress on your lower back. It also makes it more difficult to maintain good posture.

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