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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 surgery gets 'Santa' back on the job
Even Santa Claus can use a little help. After two years of problems, Santa aka Ben Nolt got answers and healing from his expert neurosurgery team. Now, Santa is back in action and bringing joy to thousands of children this holiday season.
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.
Do you have good posture?
Good posture can affect how you feel and move throughout your life. Get tips on how to improve your posture today.
Exercises for a happy back
Don't let back pain slow you down. Learn how to stretch and strengthen your back properly to keep you moving.
Doctor becomes patient: What he learned
Andrew Calvin, M.D., spends plenty of time in a doctor’s office — his own. But he says his eyes were opened when the tables were turned recently, and he became the patient.