5 Tips for Safe Snow Shoveling – Spine and Joint Institute

Tis the season for snow and ice!  While we typically enjoy the time spent outside in the winter, there are certain risks to take into account during these colder months.  Back strain is one of the most common injuries that people face during snow removal. This is because shoveling involves heavy lifting and bending over […]

How to prevent “scary” low back injuries

Halloween is fast approaching, and it is time to think about costumes! But before you throw a spooky yet crazy Trick-or-Treat party, ensure your back is at its best.  It’s a nightmare scenario for most of us: you’re enjoying the Halloween festivities, you go to the bathroom and— bang your “back goes out!” Don’t let […]

Strong neck vital for football

Whether it’s the first ever game of your young athlete’s career or the last game of the season, it’s more than essential to ensure they’re ready for action. An athlete’s neck, which is  an important yet most ignored body part, should be strengthened before participation in football and even in soccer to avoid potential injuries. […]

Understanding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Do you know that putting strain on your hand or wrist which causes that feeling of numbness or tingling may lead to something serious? The first clinical practice about this hand nerve weakness diagnosis was in 1854 when most patients presented themselves with motor and sensory complaints in the median nerve distribution of their hands. […]

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