Dr. Scoma

06/21/2022

There are lots of things that can cause upper back pain, but the most common of them are within a chiropractor's power to treat. Chiropractic aids the body's recovery from musculoskeletal disorders without drugs or surgery.

Causes of upper back pain include herniated discs, muscle overuse, osteoarthritis, and a pinched nerve. Learn more about these and other reasons for upper back pain, and how to prevent it, here.

06/19/2022

Happy Father's Day to all the dads!

06/17/2022

You'll need professional guidance to recover from a disc injury, but recovery will usually include stretches. These will be designed to avoid impacts, and are meant to be things you build up to slowly.

Exercises and stretches are important parts of recovery from a herniated or slipped disk. In this article, we look at 6 possible exercises that can help with neck and back pain, as well as what exercises to avoid.

06/14/2022

Sometimes, deep back muscles can cause pain when they're tight or compressed. A chiropractor can remove obstructions and safely stretch them out.

Quadratus lumborum pain is located deep in the lower back on both sides of the spine. Learn about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

06/10/2022

A problem in your back could be felt in your legs. Chiropractors are experts in the interplay between the spine and peripheral nerves and can provide non-invasive treatments for sciatica.

Sciatica is pain that is caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the body. The primary symptom is a sharp pain that occurs in the lower back, the buttock, and down the back of the legs. Treatment depends on the type of sciatica but includes pain relief medication, ex...

06/07/2022

Chiropractors regularly provide safe, fast relief for pain from disc injuries. Preventing the injuries from recurring may require a change in lifestyle.

A bulging disk occurs when the soft cushioning between the bones in the spine bulges out. Learn more about the causes of and treatment for bulging disk.

06/03/2022

The vast majority of back pain is musculoskeletal in nature and can be treated non-invasively. That doesn't mean you should ignore it; you're always entitled to live without pain.

Non-specific low back pain, also called mechanical back pain, can be alarming. But does it present a serious spine condition? Learn more.

05/31/2022

Back pain treatments include lifestyle adjustments as well as clinical therapies. Your chiropractor can advise you on healthy posture and exercises.

When you wake up in the morning, it’s common to experience lower back pain. Learn more about the possible causes and treatment.

05/27/2022

Many people who suffer from chronic pain seek the assistance of health professionals. While some turn to traditional medical doctors, others opt for chiropractic care.

Many people who suffer from chronic pain seek the assistance of health professionals. While some turn to traditional medical doctors, others opt for chiropractic care. For many, the allure of chiropractic care is in the idea that they try to use alternative therapies to help ease the pain, rather th...

05/24/2022

Did you know that there are other ways to fix your back woes besides the typical adjustment?

Chiropractors may utilize drugless therapeutics (natural therapies) in conjunction with or separate from chiropractic manipulation to help treat patients with lower back pain.

05/20/2022

Spinal problems refer to diseases or injuries that affect the spine, such as spinal stenosis. They cause symptoms that include lower back pain, numbness, and tingling sensations.

What are some common spinal problems? Read on to learn more about spinal conditions, including symptoms and treatment options.

05/17/2022

Back pain is a common reason for absence from work and for seeking medical treatment. It can be uncomfortable and debilitating.

A bad back can happen to anyone at any time, and be from doing simple things, such as coughing or sneezing, or serious medical conditions, such as cancers. There are equally as many treatments for back pain, including surgeries, drugs, complementary therapies, and lifestyle improvements, all of whic...