Back Pain Archive: February 2009
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As Back-Pain Spending Rises, Results Worsen
Eight years have seen a huge increase in spending on back-pain problems in America. Ironically, however, the proportion of Americans suffering from spine problems has actually increased, too, according to a recent study. Click here for more information on back pain. Published February 26 2009
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Seatbelt Plus Airbag Use Reduces Spine Fractures
When seatbelts and airbags are used together, victims of motor-vehicle accidents suffer spine fractures at a 33 percent lower rate than those using neither device, a recent study has shown. And use of the two restraints in combination cuts the risk of suffering severe spine fracture by 59 percent. Click here for more information on back pain. Published February 26 2009
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Number of Children Getting Chiropractic Care Increases
The number of American children receiving chiropractic care is steadily increasing, recent surveys have showed. Click here for more information on back pain. Published February 23 2009
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Back-Pain Scans Don't Help, May Hurt
By and large, the X-rays and imaging scans for back pain that doctors so frequently order fail to improve - and may even deter-patients' healing, a recent study has showed. Click here for more information on back pain. Published February 17 2009
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Back-Pain Scans Don't Help, May Hurt
By and large, the X-rays and imaging scans for back pain that doctors so frequently order fail to improve - and may even deter - patients' healing, a recent study has showed. Click here for more information on back pain. Published February 13 2009
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Doctors Cautiously Endorse Cerebrospinal-Fluid Pain Therapy
Injecting painkillers into the thin layer of fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord can be effective in relieving pain and restoring function, but there are many risks associated with the procedure, which should be used only as a last resort, specialists said. Click here for more information on back pain. Published February 9 2009
