Anatomy of the Spine Ligaments, Bones, & Disc
Anatomy of the Spine or Back Please watch this video on why Back Pain Can’t Wait. The spine is made up of numerous structures which support the body. Our goal of this article is to give you all of the information you need if you have back pain. We want to help you get back […]
Back Pain and Driving: Causes and Solutions
How to Alleviate Back Pain and Driving Discomfort If you’re experiencing back pain after driving, you’re not alone. Back pain from driving is a common complaint among many drivers, especially after long drives. This article aims to provide you with effective solutions to alleviate back pain while driving and make your journey more comfortable. At […]
Proper Sitting Posture
Proper Sitting Posture Welcome to joijax.com, your top guide for everything about proper sitting posture. Nowadays, a lot of us spend most of our time sitting, whether it’s working at a desk, scrolling through our computers, or driving. But sitting for long periods can lead to various health problems if we’re not mindful about our […]
Lumbar Motor Control Exercises
What are Motor Control Exercises? The goal of the popular exercise technique known as motor control exercises is to reestablish the coordinated and efficient use of the muscles that support and regulate the spine. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, medical professionals from all over the world began to understand the importance of examining and taking […]
Herniated vs. Bulging Discs
Herniated vs. Bulging Discs If you’ve ever experienced spine pain, you may have encountered the terms “bulging disc” and “herniated disc.” But are they the same thing? What’s the difference? Here’s what you should know about bulging discs vs herniated discs. A disc is made up of a soft, cushion-like material that sits between the […]
What is a Discectomy?
What is a Discectomy? It is the surgical removal of a damaged portion of the intervertebral disc in the spine. This is usually done in order to reduce back or limb pain that is being caused by the pressure that the disc is putting on a nerve. Understanding this surgical procedure is helpful if your […]
What is Coccydynia?
What is Coccydynia? Coccydynia is a condition of which patients complain of localized pain in the coccyx bone also known as the “tail bone”. Unlike other injuries where patients may feel relief resting, individuals with coccydynia may have decreased tolerance with prolonged sitting, standing and functional movements such as standing up from a seated position. […]
Common Neck Injuries and Preventative Exercises
What are the Most Common Neck Injuries? The neck also known as the cervical spine consists of vertebrae C1-C7, nerves, and more than twenty muscles. Neck injuries or cervical spine injuries can be caused by the following: Soft tissue Injuries Whiplash Spinal cord Injuries Nerve related injuries can lead to numbness, tingling, muscle atrophy, and […]
Kegel Exercises and the Pelvic Floor
What is the Pelvic Floor? The pelvic floor is made up of muscles and connective tissues that are vital in supporting and protecting important organs in your pelvis. These organs include the bladder, bowel (large intestine) and internal reproductive organs. The pelvic floor is important in controlling both bowel and bladder function. The pelvic floor […]
What is Posture & Can it be Corrected?
Why is Posture so Important? Posture or positioning is something most people think about but do not practice. Habitually sitting with poor positioning ultimately puts a strain on the discs and ligaments in our back. Because of this they are stretched out and weakened, leading to degenerative changes and eventually back pain. Not only that, […]