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Sciatica and radiculopathy: Peculiar names for shooting back, leg pain
Sciatica causes sharp, shooting lower back pain spreading down the leg. Learn about treatments and when to see your health care provider.
Feeling off balance? A nerve condition may be to blame
Balance issues, which can make you feel dizzy or unsteady, may be caused by damage to your central nervous system. Learn how and what can be done to steady your balance.
6 most common types of chronic pain treated by neurosurgeons
Nearly 100 million Americans experience chronic pain, ranging from back pain to headaches. Read about the most common types evaluated and treated by neurosurgeons.
8 tips for managing chronic pain
Got pain? Get 8 tips to help you help you have the best function and quality of life possible.
Miles ahead after complex spine surgery
Paul Halbur just wanted to enjoy a walk with his wife, but chronic back pain made this difficult. Read how his neurosurgery team performed a complex 8-hour surgery to eliminate pain and get him walking miles again.
Use mindfulness to cope with chronic pain
Mindfulness has become a popular concept. Frequently thought of as a way to manage stress and improve focus, discover the benefits of mindfulness practice.
Calming your pain: Is it possible?
When you hurt your back, did you know the pain could be caused by any part of your body that is compressed, stretched or has reduced blood flow? Learn how you can calm pain.
When should I see a doctor about back pain?
About 80% of adults experience back pain at some time in their lives. For most people, it will go away on its own with self-care. So, how do you know when to see your doctor about your back pain?
Proper posture is important for good health
Lying, sitting, standing and walking with poor posture can put major strain on your body. These suggestions will help improve your posture.
How to strengthen your core
Learn how to strengthen your core — abdominal, pelvic, diaphragm and back muscles — to help prevent back pain.
Back pain basics
The good news: back pain rarely is a sign of something serious. The bad news: Most of us will have back pain at some point. Learn the basics of back pain, how to get relief and when its time to worry.
Surgery leads to a happy back, retirement
Jennifer Van Berkum is enjoying retirement and feeling 100% better after her back surgeries. Read about this nurse's path to surgery and how the care team exceeded her high expectations.