George Bernard Shaw once said that “We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” There’s a lot of truth to that statement, and it has an application to your body. The older you get, if you’re like many people, the less likely you are to engage in physical activity.…
Charleston, SC is known for its rich history, artsy culture and eye-catching architecture. If you’re in Mount Pleasant to see one of the spine experts at the Southeastern Spine Institute (SSI) for back treatment, you’ll find that Charleston is a charming city full of tasty cuisine and hospitable people.…
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You don’t need to be interested in body-building to practice safe weightlifting. The effects of healthful weightlifting habits help you treat back pain as well as build back strength. Rely on experienced guidance from your physical therapist at the Southeastern Spine Institute (SSI) to develop a regular routine and safe habits.…
A visit to Charleston, South Carolina is always a pleasurable and memorable experience, but a winter trip to Charleston gives you a chance to explore the charm and history of the area while there’s a lower than usual number of tourists.…
With more and more doctors reluctant to prescribe opiates for pain, a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation unit (TENS) has become an attractive option. TENS treatments also continue the trend toward healthier alternatives than opiates, which have proven addictive.
At the Southeastern Spine Institute (SSI), your spine physician may recommend this pain-free alternative to pain medications when you undergo physical therapy at SSI.…
The shoulder is the most flexible joint in your body, but that freedom of movement makes it susceptible to injuries. Injuries to the shoulder usually involve tendons, ligaments and muscles, rather than bone. Shoulder injuries are common, even in people who don’t participate in any kind of athletics, and they can affect other areas of your body, such as your neck and back.…
Back pain is one of the most common problems in adults, but many overlook the possibility of preventing it at an early age. Teaching kids at a young age can eliminate many back problems later in life. Show them how to take care of their backs, the risks that lead to back pain and the consequences of having chronic back pain.…
Lifting weights is a great way to improve your posture, increase your strength, gain bone density and increase your metabolism. But too much can hurt your shoulders. Shoulder joints have a large range of motion. You use them in daily activities such as raking, throwing, reaching and picking up your children.…
Your body is a web of connections. When you feel pain in one area, it may actually be due to a disease or injury in a different spot. Your knees and your back are another connection. So back pain, particularly lower back pain, requires a diagnosis and treatment with an experienced pain physician, such as the spine experts at the Southeastern Spine Institute (SSI).…
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