Chronic pain due to back problems is one of the worst things in the world to live with. Being in constant discomfort without relief is irritating, depressing, and maddening. There are some major procedures available to help relieve or eliminate this pain. Most patients are curious about whether the benefits outweigh the risks. When it comes to the risks of back surgery, you should understand your considerations thoroughly before making a final decision.
Why Does Your Spine Crack So Much?
Have you ever stood up after being seated for a long time, and you can feel your spine crack as you move? What about when you stretch after waking up? Hearing and feeling the cracking of your spine may be alarming to you, but in many cases this is completely normal. At Yashar Neurosurgery, it’s … Read more
Signs You May Have Osteoarthritis
Do you have pain and stiffness in your joints? Have you noticed swelling or a loss of flexibility at those same sites? If the answer to both of these questions is “yes,” then you may be suffering from the early signs of osteoarthritis. What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is sometimes referred to as degenerative joint disease … Read more
Why Do Backs Spasm?
Because of the way humans have grown and evolved, back pain is one of the most common – and the most inevitable – conditions that will happen to all people at one point or another. In fact, approximately 80% of the human population deals with back pain. Back pain frequently reveals itself by spasming, which … Read more
Best Exercises for a Pinched Nerve in Your Back
More often than not, if you feel as though you have a pinched nerve, the origin is in your spine. According to the North American Spine Society, even 95% of cases that patients label as sciatica is actually caused by compression of the spinal nerve. Are their exercises for a pinched nerve you can incorporate … Read more
What are the Symptoms of a Spine Tumor?
There’s no such thing as a fun tumor, but spinal tumors can be particularly frightening due to the effects on your nervous system. Fortunately, these effects act similar to an early warning system. They let you know something is wrong so you can immediately seek professional help. For more information regarding spinal tumor treatment in … Read more
Are You Experiencing Upper Back Pain During Your Pregnancy?
Upper back pain during pregnancy is most common during the third trimester. Still, it can occur at any point in the pregnancy. It is caused by the many changes the body goes through due to the pregnancy. Dr. Yashar recommends you take steps to prevent upper back pain during pregnancy. If you already have it, … Read more
Keeping Sane At Your Desk Job
A full-time desk job may seem comfortable, but it actually takes quite a toll on your body. The average person spends the majority of their day at the office, and the majority of that time is spent sitting down. This inactivity at the workplace has led to a rise in obesity for those that have … Read more
Best Exercises for Flat Back Syndrome
With flat back syndrome, the lower spine loses some of its curvature. Normally, the spine has several gentle front-to-back, or sagittal, curves. These occur in the lower spine, middle spine, and neck. Together, these curves keep the body’s center of gravity aligned over the hips and pelvis. When the lower spine loses its inward curve, … Read more
How to Properly Crack Your Back
We have all cracked our back at one time or another. It doesn’t always take a professional to know when the mobility in your back can be improved from a good stretch. Most of us are told that cracking our knuckles, neck, and back is not good for us. It stands to reason that hearing … Read more
