A slipped disk can happen anywhere along the spine. Despite the name, the intervertebral disk does not slip out of place. Instead, the inner material protrudes through the disk’s outer ring, causing ...

There is a simple way to check how the spine is holding up, and it needs no equipment at all. The “wall up” test looks basic, ...

Back pain is one of the most common health problems in the world. Almost everyone experiences it at some point in life. Sometimes it happens after lifting something heavy, bending in an awkward way, ...

One of the main causes of chronic back pain is the degeneration of the intervertebral disks of the spine, due to imbalances in the biochemical processes that occur between the cells that comprise them ...

Your spine has a lot of nerve(s), which is why if you have a backbone, you’re likely to experience some ouches in this area. Here’s what to know. Stress absolutely can cause back pain—one large-scale ...

When Patricia B. walked into Central Illinois Spine with a nagging shoulder problem, she expected a standard treatment plan. What she found instead was a team equipped with technology and ...

Did you know that back pain and herniated discs are among the most common causes of spine discomfort and reduced mobility, often leading patients to consider surgical intervention?

Degeneration of the intervertebral disc, often called degenerative disc disease of the spine, is a condition that can be painful and greatly affect the quality of one's life. And while disc ...

Motion preservation surgery is redefining modern spine care, helping people ease back and neck pain while staying active and ...