Archive for June 2025
Low Back Pain Will Increasingly Be a Problem for Decades to Come
According to a recent
study, 628.8 million people worldwide experienced at least one episode of low back pain in 2021.
Treatment for Acute Neck Pain
A systematic review that included eight clinical trials found that
spinal manipulative therapy is a safe and effective intervention for improving pain, disability, and range of motion in
patients with acute neck pain.
Text Neck Syndrome Common Among Medical Students
Text neck syndrome is a repetitive
strain injury caused by prolonged forward head posture—typically from looking down at phones or screens—which
leads to neck pain, stiffness, and sometimes headaches or shoulder discomfort.
Treatment for Mechanical Neck Pain
Recent studies highlight the effectiveness of cervical spine manipulation combined with neck exercises for neck pain, the risks of early antibiotic use increasing asthma and allergies in children, benefits of a plant-based diet for CKD patients, physical activity reducing mortality in depressed individuals, and vitamin D’s protective role against colorectal cancer.
Read MoreDeep Spinal Muscles May Contribute to Chronic Low Back Pain
The lumbar multifidus is a deep spinal stabilizing muscle situated along the vertebrae in the lower back, essential for providing segmental support and controlling precise movements of the lumbar spine. Current research indicates that atrophy, fatty infiltration, and abnormal function of the lumbar multifidus are correlated with non-specific chronic low back pain. These findings suggest…
Read MoreMonthly Pain Update June 2025
Low Back Pain and the Thoracolumbar Fascia It’s estimated that approximately 7.5% of the global population experiences at least one episode of low back pain each year, contributing significantly to healthcare costs and lost productivity. Most cases of low back pain are classified as non-specific, meaning there is no identifiable underlying pathology such as an…
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