Each journey toward spinal wellness is different and often complex. We are here to guide and empower you through your journey, no matter where you might be on the path from awareness to recovery.
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.
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.
The entire spinal column consists of 33 individual bones called vertebrae, plus two sections of naturally fused vertebrae.
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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.
Sleeping on your back puts approximately 50 pounds of pressure on your spine.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a spinal condition, you probably have questions or want more information. Explore this page to become familiar with the most common spinal conditions.
Understanding spinal conditions is essential to shared decision-making.
100 million Americans, approximately 1/3rd of the U.S. population, suffer from chronic neck or back pain each year.
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Explore common symptoms to help you understand your spinal condition.
Back and neck pain is the #1 job-related disability in the U.S.
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There are many treatments for spinal conditions and symptoms. Explore this page to gain an understanding of the most common non-surgical and surgical treatment options.
Non-surgical treatment options can be very effective at treating symptoms related to the spine and are often the first-line of treatment options offered by providers.
Research studies have consistently demonstrated the effectiveness of preventative physical therapy in reducing the incidence of low back pain and improving functional outcomes.
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Spine surgery may be frightening at first thought, but modern spine surgery can give you your life back.
Spinal surgery, when done for the right reasons and in the proper fashion, can yield excellent results.
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On the road to recovery? Explore this page to improve your understanding of the recovery process after spinal treatments.
Recovery is often the hardest part of achieving spinal wellness, but having these resources for you and your caregiver at your fingertips can help.
Patients facing a debilitating back or neck condition can often feel lost, alone, and overwhelmed – but the road to recovery doesn’t have to be a lonely one.
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