Sciatica, herniated disc, & back pain relief strategies from sciatica, herniated disc, & back pain relief expert Malton A. Schexneider, PT, MMSc

Here’s a few back pain statistics compiled by the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) you might be interested in.

Over the past 3 months, approximately 59.1 million adult Americans have experienced a back pain episode. Continue reading →

Back pain treatment by a physical therapist is very common. But did you know that there are light years of differences in the skill levels of physical therapists that treat back pain? Continue reading →

Back pain is a condition that affects as many as 30 million people at any given time. And, while the majority of back pain can be treated relatively quickly, lifestyle habits can contribute to slower healing. Cigarettes, coffee, colas, and alcoholic beverages are irritants to pain receptors and nerve pathways of the body. As a result, increased consumption of these substances will slow the healing response of the body. Here’s how… Continue reading →

Back pain is an expensive ailment that has reached epidemic proportions over the past several years. And, despite the changes we have seen in our understanding of back pain, there is still little change in the public’s perception of how to treat back pain.

Ask any health care professional, patient, educational institution, or government agency about how to best treat back pain and you’re likely to get as many answers as questions you ask. Bottom line: people still cling to the “old way” of dealing with back pain and this, in and of itself, creates a problem. Continue reading →

Sciatica pain is caused by irritation and inflammation of the sciatic nerve. There are 4 reasons for the development of sciatica. Any, or a combination of these conditions can account for back and leg pain. And, when you know why sciatica happens, you can treat it more effectively. Continue reading →

Back pain medication is usually divided into pain killers, muscle relaxants, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. While medication is helpful in the early stages of a back pain episode, longer term use of some of these medications can pose some risks. Continue reading →

Back pain among children and adolescents is quite common according to recent research. Depending on the published research you read, the prevalence of back pain among adolescents ranges from 5% to 75% and reaches the level seen in adults by the age of 18. Continue reading →

Back pain treatment ranges from conservative care to surgical intervention. Back surgery is required in less than 10% of patients suffering with low back pan. There are four reasons why surgery would be considered as a treatment option for patients suffering with back pain. Continue reading →

Sex and back pain is a subject that is often overlooked or not discussed when attempting to achieve some back pain relief. Many people are unable to enjoy sex because they are unable to get into a comfortable position due to their back pain.

To enhance sexual gratification and reduce stress to the spine, be willing to explore different lovemaking positions.
Below are some suggestions for different positions that may be more comfortable for different conditions. Be creative and enjoy! Continue reading →

Back pain treatment utilizing spinal decompression has been previously discussed. I was able to find this video that does an excellent job of describing the process for disc herniation, spinal stenosis, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease. Continue reading →