Tag: back pain
STOP Back Pain: World Spine Day’s Call to Action
Many people frequently experience stiffness and body aches, but if you find yourself facing these issues often, it may be advisable to seek professional assistance to address your poor posture. Common situations in daily life, such as an improperly set […]
Injectable gel implant seen to greatly reduce chronic back pain
Results of the first study looking at how a particular hydrogel could be used in humans reveals a promising treatment for chronic lower back pain caused by degenerative disc disease (DDD). The specially developed hydrogel cushions the vertebrae in the […]
Anti-aging drugs effectively slow spinal disc degeneration in mice
Senolytic drugs, part of a new class of anti-aging medication, has been found to prevent age-related deterioration of spinal discs in animal experiments. Senolytic drugs work by removing destructive senescent cells which accumulate in all living tissues with age, essentially […]
Most people living with back pain receive the wrong treatment – Australian-led study
An international study led by Melbourne-based Monash University’s Professor Rachelle Buchbinder has found that most people who live with lower back pain receive inappropriate tests and treatments, including opioids and surgery. “The majority of cases of lower back pain respond […]
Say “Kiddy-up” to Good Posture
Back pain is the most prevalent type of pain, according to a study carried out in India. It is also a common problem among computer users, especially women. The study observed that working in a prolonged period of time in […]
