Bones of the Back
Bones of the Back The 33 bones of the back make up the vertebrae column. The vertebral column is also known as the spine and is divided and numbered into five regions. Watch this VIDEO anatomy of the spine. To read more about the spine, please read this article catch in upper back. What are […]
Muscles in the Back and Core Strengthening
Overview of the Back Muscles There are many muscles in the back, each of which helps contribute to movement throughout your body, including the upper and lower body. The muscles in the back help with standing up straight. They also help with bending forward (flexion) and backward (extension). What are 5 muscles in your Back? […]
Osteopathy
There are lots of different types of doctors. Most doctors specialize in an area of medicine. But before they choose a specialty, they must first complete a rigorous medical education. Their medical training can occur at a School of Medicine or a School of Osteopathic Medicine. Doctors who train at a traditional school of Medicine […]
Kyphotic Curvature
What is a Kyphotic Curve? Kyphotic curvature is the name for a forward curvature of the spine. Kyphotic curvature is normal in the thoracic spine or upper back. The spine can be divided into several sections. These sections include: Cervical Spine (Neck) Thoracic Spine (upper back, where the ribs attach) Lumbar Spine (low back) […]
What is a Whiplash Injury?
Whiplash Injury What is a Whiplash Injury? The quick answer, whiplash injury is a neck injury resulting from a forceful back then forward motion of the head/neck. Typically due to a force coming from behind the head. This event is most common in rear-end motor vehicle accidents. Although not quite as common, whiplash injuries may […]
Spine Health Tips
JOI Spine Health Tips The coronavirus has changed our lives. COVID-19 has led many companies to have their employees work from home. But working from home may not always be the most comfortable. Not many people have a home office set up with ergonomic considerations. With all of these work changes, some Spine-health tips are […]
Physical Medicine
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation MDs or “Physiatrists” are Doctors whose job is to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life for the patients they treat who have physical impairments or disabilities affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Other Doctors focus on the medical […]
3 Common Injuries During COVID-19
What are 3 Common Injuries During COVID-19? Being home all the time makes the likelihood of an injury at home increase. Let’s face it, you finally have time for all those projects you’ve been putting off. But, home projects bring an inherent risk. There are 3 common injuries that can occur while at home during […]
Bulging Disc
Bulging Disc Overview of a Bulging Disc A bulging disc is a spinal condition affecting the intervertebral disc that is located between the spinal vertebrae. A common spinal diagnosis is a bulging disc, sometimes referred to as a slipped disc. If the disc is further injured, it may be described as a herniated disc, indicating […]
How To Tell If You Have A Broken Neck
What is the Difference between a Fractured Neck and a Broken Neck? A broken neck is a fracture of one or more of the seven vertebrae that make up the cervical spine. The cervical spine connects the skull base to the thoracic spinal region and comprises bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and discs. The cervical spine […]