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A spinal bone spur or osteophyte is a bony deposit produced naturally by the body. The body does this as a way to help stabilize
If you have back pain and you’ve been diagnosed with a spinal bone spur or osteophyte, you might understandably conclude that it alone is causing
A bulging disc in the neck can cause a variety of symptoms. These symptoms vary from patient to patient, even if the nerve root undergoing
Although the thoracic spine is the largest segment of the back, because of its relative stability it is also the least likely location for a
Many studies have shown that long periods of sitting can result in a number of adverse health effects, including an increased risk of heart disease,
For patients coping with a bulging disc, prolonged sitting can be an ordeal, as it puts pressure on the muscles and discs of the spine,