You’ve probably heard the phrase ‘sitting is the new smoking’. While it obviously isn’t quite the same thing, there are myriad health conditions that can occur if you spend long hours at your desk every day. It’s becoming more and more obvious that those who do ‘hard labor’ are at least getting some exercise in … Continued

Middle back pain is a condition that many people suffer from.  And while lower back pain seems to be the number one complaint, middle back pain (mid thoracic or mid scapular pain) is a very real concern for some people. What Is Middle Back Pain? If you experience pain anywhere between the bottom of your … Continued

At this time of year, most of us are out enjoying the sunshine and engaging in sports and other activities that, even in cooler temperatures, can work up a sweat.  In the summer time, it’s even easier to overheat and become dehydrated.  And while we all know the importance of being well hydrated by drinking … Continued

As we get older, it seems like we develop more and more aches and pains. Many of us would be hard pressed to remember having a really bad back ache as a child or teen, but aging certainly takes a toll on our bodies. But what you might find surprising, is that there are many … Continued

Upper Back Pain Treatment The upper back (referred to as the thoracic spine) consists of twelve vertebrae, discs, muscles and ligaments. Back pain that occurs from the bottom of the rib cage up to the base of the neck is classified as ‘upper back pain’. This type of pain can be experienced by people of … Continued