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October 5, 2026
Lumbar Spine Problems: 7 Common Causes of Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain can affect almost every part of daily life. Sitting at a desk, getting out of bed, walking, exercising, lifting groceries, driving, or...

September 26, 2026
Can Being Less Active or Gaining Weight Affect My Spine?
When back or joint pain shows up, most people look for a specific injury to blame. Often, though, the story is more gradual. A year...

September 20, 2026
Why Does My Neck Hurt So Much From Sitting at a Computer?
If you spend your days at a desk, chances are your neck has let you know about it. Stiffness by mid-afternoon, an ache between the...

September 18, 2026
Answering This Week’s Top Questions From Our Spine Surgery Patients
Every week in our office, patients ask us a lot of the same questions — before surgery, right after surgery, and months into recovery. We...

September 10, 2026
Awake vs. Traditional Spine Surgery: Which Approach May Be Right for You?
Awake spine surgery combines modern anesthesia techniques with minimally invasive surgical approaches for certain spine conditions. If you have been told that spine surgery may...

August 19, 2026
Can Exercise Make Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Worse? Movements to Avoid
Lumbar spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal in the lower back becomes narrowed, potentially putting pressure on the nerves traveling into the legs. Exercise...






