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  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    Persistent Back Pain? Here’s What You Need to Know

    August 7, 2019

    Back pain is very common, but persistent back pain doesn't have to be your reality. Here's what you need to know and do to help relieve your pain. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Orthopaedics, Spine Health

    Tagged with: back injury, back pain, back pain remedies, chronic back pain, herniated disc, living with back pain

    Get a husband and wife’s rehabilitation story
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    What Is Texting Neck?

    December 26, 2018

    Checking your phone too frequently can be a real pain in the neck. We love texting. The average American sends between 250 and 2,000 texts per month—that’s nearly 70 messages a day at the high end of the range. Even when not reading or sending texts, you may still look down at your phone for… Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: back pain, neck pain, Pinnacle Health

    what is texting neck
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    When Is a Backpack Too Heavy?

    June 9, 2017

    Learn more about when backpacks are too heavy and how you can deal with back pain from backpack use from UPMC experts. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: back pain, back to school, backpacks, balance, posture, school safety

    Learn more about safe backpack carrying weight
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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Low Back Pain and Lumbar Disc Degeneration

    November 7, 2016

    Lumbar disc degeneration can cause chronic low back pain, but these basic treatment methods can help you cope. Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: back pain, low back pain, lumbar, lumbar disc degeneration, physical therapy

    Lumbar disc degeneration can cause chronic low back pain, but these basic treatment methods can help you cope
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Why Spinal Stenosis May be the Cause of Your Back Pain

    November 1, 2016

    Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal column, which is most often caused by osteoarthritis. Learn more about causes, symptoms, and treatment. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: back pain, orthopaedic health, spinal health, spinal stenosis, spine health

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Causes and Treatment for Sciatica

    October 10, 2016

    Sciatica is often caused by a herniated disc. Learn more about preventing and treating sciatica, as well as whether you're at risk. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, herniated disc, pain management, physical therapy, sciatica

    Learn more about sciatica causes and treatment options
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Steps to Manage Chronic Pain

    October 8, 2016

    Many people suffer from chronic pain, but several at-home remedies and exercises can help you successfully manage chronic pain yourself. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, home remedies, pain relief, stretching

    Steps to Manage Chronic Pain
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    When to See a Chiropractor

    June 2, 2016

    When is it time to call a chiropractor, and what can you expect during your appointment? Learn more with our guide to chiropractic care. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Center for Integrative Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: adjustment, back pain, chiropractic, chiropractor, headaches, neck pain, sciatica, spinal manipulation

    chiropractic
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    3 Most Common Causes of Flank Pain

    January 21, 2016

    Flank pain can have a myriad of causes, but there are three main culprits: UTIs, kidney stones, and musculoskeletal problems. Learn about their treatments. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Urology

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology

    Tagged with: back pain, bladder infection, flank pain, kidney disease, kidney pain, kidney stones, urinary tract, urologist, UTI

    common causes of flank pain
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