The Spine: Anatomy and Function
The spine is central to the entire human body and is one of the most critical...
Awareness
The spine and all of its functions are often misunderstood, but can be explained in a simplified way to highlight key concepts. Explore this page to become well-informed.
Understand Your Spine
The first step in achieving spinal awareness is to understand your spine by reviewing the basic anatomy and physiology. Refer to the spine glossary for definitions and pronunciations of the spine words you have heard.
Spine Glossary: Definitions & Phonetic Pronunciations
PARTS OF THE SPINE Annulus Fibrosus [AN-yuh-lus Fy-BROH-sus]The tough, fibrous outer layer of an intervertebral disc,...
Spine Anatomy: What is a Healthy Spine?
What exactly is healthy spine? How does spine anatomy play into it? The first step in...
DID YOU KNOW?
The entire spinal column consists of 33 individual bones called vertebrae, plus two sections of naturally fused vertebrae.
Prevention
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure: explore preventative measures to reduce your risk of developing a spinal condition or symptoms related to the spine.
Spine Health: Posture and Workplace Ergonomics
Over 80% of all U.S. jobs are predominantly sedentary, meaning that many Americans spend most or...
Sleeping and the Spine
If you wake up consistently in the morning with low back pain or tightness, you might...
Nutrition and the Spine
Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting the wellness of your bones including your vertebrae, but...
FACT:
Sleeping on your back puts approximately 50 pounds of pressure on your spine.
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