How does degenerative disc disease hurt my spine? – Degenerative bone disease  What can I do about degenerative disc disease?   Degenerative disk disease Although degenerative disc disease can cause spinal pain and other symptoms for a lifetime, the good news is that surgery is not us

Location of the sciatic nerve in relation to sciatica Where is the sciatic nerve? The sciatic nerve is largest, longest in widest nerve in humans and other animals that starts in the lower back, runs through the buttocks and down the leg into the foot, ending at the great toe. At its

Spinal arthritis Arthritis in back – Degenerative arthritis of the spine (Spondylosis) Arthritis is a common problem anywhere it might occur in the spine, like the neck or cervical spine, but it is especially problematic and painful in the lower back or lumbar spine. Those people who

What is degenerative disc disease?  –  Degenerative bone disease  Do I have degenerative disc disease?  –  Degenerative disk disease Degenerative disc disease is not only a very common cause of low back pain (lumbar disc disease) and neck pain (cervical disc disease); it is also one o

What are the best lower back stretches? Best back stretches for lower back pain A series of good low back stretches is an easy and effective way to help a sore back and keep it from hurting in the future.  Even if you have a bad low back that is bothered by arthritis and tight muscles

Pinched nerve (radiculopathy or nerve root irritation) What is a pinched nerve?   Nerve root compression A pinched nerve describes one way a nerve can be damaged or injured, when it receives compression, constriction, or stretching.  This nerve compression or pinching can occur within

Exercises for lower back pain – lower back exercises There is controversy about finding and doing the best back exercises. Back exercises of various types have been confirmed in clinical studies showing they are effective in preventing lower back pain and reducing lost work days.  How