Kim Levesque

What is a Bulging Disc

What is a Bulging Disc? A herniated disc is a general term that is used to describe an inter-vertebral disc in the spine that has become damaged in some way and part of it is now pushing out into the spinal spaces in the back. Not all herniated discs a... Read >

Pinched Nerve Treatment

There are many things that can be done to treat a pinched nerve in your neck or back, but what is best for you will of course depend on what your underlying issue is that caused the pinched nerve in the first place. Pinched Nerve Treatment: Back bra... Read >

Back Pain Exercises and Stretches

Exercising when you have back pain may be one of the most important things you can do for your body; this is because a back that is strong, flexible and has good range of motion is one that is less prone to back injuries that can lead to back pain. It is ... Read >

Pinched Cervical Nerve

Radiculopathy or a pinched cervical nerve as its also known, occurs when there is compression or something irritating the nerves in the neck and is a common cause for back pain. This condition is often a result of an injury such as whiplash from a car acc... Read >

Physical Therapy for Back Pain

Back Pain Exercises One of the best things you can do to reduce your back pain is to use back exercises to help strengthen your back and increase its flexibility and range of motion. These are not just any exercises, but ones that target specific areas... Read >

Lumbar Back Pain

One common cause for lower back pain can be a herniated lumbar disc or lumbar degenerative disc disease. Many times this pain would be a result of the disc material compressing the spinal nerves or spinal cord. Both of these conditions can cause sciatic l... Read >

How is a Herniated Disc Diagnosed

Diagnosing a Herniated Disc Back pain can be caused by so many things, this is why when you have back pain that is lasting more than a week you should always see a doctor. To correctly diagnosis back pain your doctor will perform a physical examination... Read >

After Spine Surgery

What to Expect After Surgery Week One How long your recovery will take will depend on what type of surgery you had and how much damage needed to be repaired as well as what kind of damage was repaired. For some people it may only take a few weeks, w... Read >

Black Disc Disease

Black Disc Disease, also known as Degenerative Disc Disease, is commonly found in those over the age of 35. This is a degenerative process that will occur to all of us as we age but it can affect some people more than others, and while exercise and diet c... Read >

Back Sprains and Strains

Back sprains and strains are the most common reason for back pain and also generally very easy to treat. Although you might think a strain is the same type of injury as a sprain, they aren't. When you sprain your back, you are stretching or tearing your l... Read >

Anatomy Of The Spine

The main purpose for your spine is to support the weight of your body and to protect the spinal cord from injury. Your spinal cord also has a specific purpose; it is used to transport messages from your brain to your nerves and then the nerves to the rest... Read >

Back Exercises for Back Pain

For many people back pain can be attributed to weakened core muscles. When the core muscles in your lower back and abdominals are not strong enough, these muscles are unable to spine support the weight of your head and body. This type of back pain is v... Read >

Back Arthritis Cure

Back Arthritis Cure The first thing you must be aware of is, there is no cure for spinal arthritis, at best there are therapies and treatments that can be used to help to reduce any symptoms you may be having to that you can lead a more normal and full l... Read >