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During pregnancy, the human body goes through many changes to provide a baby with the best environment to grow healthy. As the baby grows, with an average weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds, the mother’s spine shifts and affects the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, causing discomfort. Recent studies have shown that approximately 50% of

Have you experienced foot or heel pain recently? If you answered, “YES,” there are some aspects you need to consider before buying orthotics. Feet carry all the body’s weight when we’re standing or being active. Bad posture, standing up for long periods, and not wearing the right shoes, among other factors, can cause foot pain. 

Nearly 65 million Americans have reported a back pain episode. 8% of adults experience persistent or chronic back pain as a result of performing certain everyday activities.  Economic Impact of Back Pain Back pain is a matter that needs to be taken seriously, as it’s the sixth most costly condition in the United States. Patients

Filing a Florida work claim can be difficult, even if you’ve had to do so in the past. The process is full of things that, if not handled correctly, can cause your claim to be delayed or even denied outright. Furthermore, an incorrectly filed workers’ compensation claim can actually make some benefits that you are

The general view seems to be that headaches are more of a nuisance than a condition worthy of medical attention. Many of our parents teach us from a young age that if we grit our teeth, pop a few aspirin, and go about our day, the pain will pass. Even severe headaches, such as migraines,

If you have pain that radiates from your lower back down either of your legs, it’s likely that you might have a herniated disc in the lumbar region of your spine. While herniated discs are relatively common among Americans, if you don’t know how to identify them, you won’t be able to treat them. So

Back pain happens to a lot of different people for many reasons. No reason is so pernicious, though, as back injuries. Fortunately, a simple, noninvasive treatment can help you manage and perhaps completely stop your back pain: spinal disc decompression therapy. A patient of mine used to work as a firefighter. One day he and

Did you know that tight, neglected muscles could be the cause of your sciatica or low back pain? It’s true! Yet so many pain sufferers still rely on over-the-counter and prescription medication and even surgery for relief! Instead of risking becoming addicted or injured even more, try these four stretches to target the muscles responsible

So, you were injured on the job? Is the Office of Workers’ Compensation Program (OWCP) is giving you a hard time with your claim. What to do? Your job has become difficult. Perhaps it is even impossible, because of your work injury. Still, you have to keep working to meet your financial responsibilities. It’s a

“Pleasure and freedom from pain are the only things desirable as ends.” – John Stuart Mill When you’ve got back pain, sleeping can go from rejuvenating to exhausting. Instead of getting the rest you need to be productive during the day, you’re left tossing and turning at night trying to get comfortable. Luckily, there are