Dr. Jeffrey Smith

03/10/2026

Sciatica...What's the cause? The correct diagnosis leads to a faster recovery.

Sciatica is one of the most common reasons people seek care for low back and leg pain. Many assume it’s a single condition, but “sciatica” simply describes symptoms — pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that travels from the lower back into the buttock and down the leg along the sciatic ne...

03/05/2026

Is shoveling deeper snow less dangerous for your lower back?

An interesting observation after the Blizzard of 2026. Many people who came to the office this past week were sore and stiff from their shoulders to their lower back after shoveling snow. However, I saw fewer acute and severe lower back injuries after this storm. I conclude that with deeper snow and higher snowbanks, people tended to stay more upright when shoveling, generally adopting a better ergonomic posture. This likely contributed to muscle stiffness and soreness from the shoulders to the lumbar spine, but spared the lower lumbar spine from the usual strain caused by shoveling snow.

03/05/2026

03/03/2026

Not recommended for anyone suffering from Low Back Pain.
https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/why-the-seated-abdominal-crunch-machine-could-be-harmful-to-your-spine

02/27/2026

Visited Iver “Snowslider” yesterday. He was lonely and cold. Only had 1 other visitor this week.

02/25/2026

Snow shoveling tips to be safe.
https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/stay-safe-while-shoveling-deep-heavy-snow

02/25/2026

Office will be open again on
Wednesday. Thanks to Anthony and his crew at North Landscaping.

02/23/2026

The office is closed today! We will be open again Tuesday afternoon. Be safe.

02/20/2026

Did you know that 50% of the average American diet is ultra-processed foods...And 60% of kids diets! Yikes.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/human-biology-is-ill-equipped-for-ultraprocessed-foods-former-fda-head-says/ar-AA1Wq4Dt?ocid=BingNewsSerp

02/19/2026

One essential fitness habit for longevity!

https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/one-essential-fitness-habit-for-longevity

02/13/2026

Got out yesterday for another snow shoe. Was a beautiful day and a good workout. Saw some tracks: Turkey, bobcat, raccoon.

02/12/2026

How to eat to reduce Systemic Inflammation.
https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/nutrition-healthy-eating-habits-to-reduce-chronic-inflammation