Experts weigh in on the battle against back pain and other workplace injuries
Preventing workplace injuries is the focus of the Brock University Associate Professor of Kinesiology's research and a key message during October's Global Ergonomics Month, which raises awareness about the way humans interact with objects and systems to protect their well-being.
What to know about a herniated disk in the lower back
A herniated disk can cause lower back pain, numbness, tingling, and other symptoms. Certain factors make a herniated disk in the lower back more likely. Treatment may depend on the severity.
Research shows therapeutic virtual yoga program can be effective for chronic low back pain
Cleveland Clinic researchers found that a 12-week therapeutic virtual yoga program for chronic low back pain can be a feasible, safe and effective treatment option. The findings are published in JAMA Network Open.
How long can I take ibuprofen for low back pain?
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) generally suitable for short-term relief of low back pain. For most people, it is safe to use for up to 10 days at the recommended dose.
Study compares robotic-assisted to augmented reality spine surgery, finds both precise and accurate
A study at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) comparing robotic-assisted navigation (RAN) to the use of augmented reality (AR) in spine surgery found that both techniques demonstrate excellent accuracy and safety for pedicle screw placement. The research was published online ahead of print in the journal Spine.
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