Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Key Takeaways The lumbar spine includes five vertebrae that help with mobility and stability.Lumbar vertebrae are larger because they carry the load from ...

When you have back problems, it can be hard to function during daily activities. It can be even harder to participate in leisurely activities that help you relax and enjoy yourself. Everyday chores ...

If your coworkers—or significant others, kids, and pets for you WFH-ers—are sick of hearing you stretch, fidget, and complain about your uncomfortable office chair all day everyday, it’s time to ...

People can make lifestyle modifications to help prevent spinal stenosis. These may include maintaining a moderate weight, quitting smoking, and practicing appropriate posture. Spinal stenosis ...

Every few weeks during my social media scroll, I’m served a new version of a meme that goes something like this: “Welcome to your 30s, where sneezing wrong means two weeks of low-back pain.” Each time ...

Osteoarthritis (OA) pain is a significant issue among older females, with intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration (IVDD) and facet joint OA (FJOA) common causes of this condition. The incidence of OA ...