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Back Pain Relief (General)

Learn about common back pain relief techniques including: Exercises, Stretches, and Self massage.

5 Easy Desk Stretches

By: , Last Updated: March 5, 2020

Here are 5 stretches to do at your desk to improve your posture and get rid of any aches or pains. You can do these at your computer office desk everyday. [Read more…] about 5 Easy Desk Stretches

Lower Back Pain When Sitting? Causes & Treatment Options

By: , Last Updated: March 5, 2020

As we move towards occupations that require us to sit longer and move less, back pain and other musculoskeletal pain seem to be on the rise.

In one study office workers were asked to sit for 2 hours at a computer as their discomfort level was measured throughout this time. The results showed that discomfort increased significantly over time across the entire body – but low back pain was reported to have increased the most. [Read more…] about Lower Back Pain When Sitting? Causes & Treatment Options

Tailbone Pain When Sitting – DIY Relief & Exercises

By: and Dr. Brandon Smith, DPT, MPH and Dr. Nicole Lombardo, PT, DPT, CSCS, Last Updated: March 5, 2020, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

If you’ve ever felt pain in your tailbone while sitting, you’ve experienced what is known as Coccydynia (medical term).

Tailbone pain (Coccydynia) is a painful condition that can be debilitating in some cases. While tailbone pain can be annoying and disruptive to your life, most cases resolve within a few weeks to months.[1] In the meantime, there are a variety of things you can try to minimize your symptoms, which we will outline below. [Read more…] about Tailbone Pain When Sitting – DIY Relief & Exercises

Co Authors :

Dr. Brandon Smith, DPT, MPH

Dr. Smith earned his Doctorate In Physical Therapy from the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine and currently practices as a home care therapist in the Tampa Bay area. He uses his eclectic background of working with everyone from those in the ICU to elite athletes to customize care for each one of his patients and progress them toward their personal goals.

Prior to being a Physical Therapist, he earned a masters degree in public health and managed big pharma clinical trials worldwide. He enjoys CrossFit, Animals, and helping people live a pain free and active lifestyle

Dr. Nicole Lombardo, PT, DPT, CSCS

Received her Doctorate in physical therapy from Rutgers University in 2016. Since graduation she has been working mostly with outpatient orthopedics. She says: “I believe that if you can move freely and pain-free throughout your life, you can live life to it’s fullest. As a Certified Strength and Conditional Specialist and a CrossFit coach, I believe that physical abilities are directly correlated with quality of life.”

https://mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org/ncal/providers/nicolelombardo

Herniated Disc/Bulging Disc Exercises To Avoid

By: and Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC, Last Updated: April 7, 2020, Reviewed By: Dr. David Oliver, DC

According to this research article The most common source of low back pain in individuals is degenerative disc disease and herniated disc in the low back.[1]

In our 7 safe exercises for herniated disc article we cover some of the exercises we recommend for you to try, but in this article (below) we list several herniated disc exercises to avoid, as well as some of the main activities one should not do with a herniated disc. Please note, these are applicable to a bulging disc also. [Read more…] about Herniated Disc/Bulging Disc Exercises To Avoid

Co Authors :

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie, DC

Licensed chiropractor, DC (Owner of Forme Clinic, Stoney Creek, ON, L8G 1B9)

Dr. Shaina McQuilkie graduated from Brock University in 2004 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours). She then attended D’Youville College, in Buffalo, New York and obtained her Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree in 2008. After graduating, Dr. McQuilkie practiced in a multi-disciplinary healthcare facility based in Hamilton, Ontario gaining experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries.

How High Should My Computer Monitor Be?

By: , Last Updated: March 5, 2020

As you may already know maintaining good posture at your desk is a huge factor in improving your spine’s health.

An improper monitor position can trigger back, neck and shoulder pain, as well as contribute to poor posture. [Read more…] about How High Should My Computer Monitor Be?