Spine & Bathroom

Spine & Bathroom

Do you have elderly parents at home? Be aware that a common cause of vertebral and hip fractures in the elderly is slipping and falling in the bathroom. Osteoporotic bones are brittle and prone to breaking with minimal falls, leading to painful vertebral compression...
Spine & Caesarean Injection

Spine & Caesarean Injection

Does a spinal injection for delivery cause back pain?While spinal injections given during delivery are often believed to cause back pain in mothers, the primary causes of back pain are actually something else. The changes in hormones, loss of muscle tone and strength...
Spine & Bamboo

Spine & Bamboo

Does bending forward worsen disc-related disorders? It’s a common misconception that bending forward should be strictly avoided if you have a disc-related issue. The spine is naturally designed to bend forward, and keeping it flexible can help prevent disc...
Spine & Red flag

Spine & Red flag

When should one consult a doctor and investigate back pain? As we age, it is common to experience some backache and mild stiffness, often increasing with physical activities, which is referred to as mechanical back pain. However, it is important to seek medical...
Spine & Office Chairs

Spine & Office Chairs

Which office chair should be chosen? An office chair should have the appropriate height, aligning with your knee level. It’s best to choose an ergonomic design that allows for height adjustments and has to have armrests. The chair should also offer proper back...