Spondylolisthesis

Spondylolisthesis is the condition in which one vertebral body, the bones of your spine, is slipped forward over another. Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition that causes lower back pain. Most of the time, nonsurgical treatment can relieve your symptoms.

Slipped disc vs slipped vertebrae

Spondylolisthesis is not the same as a slipped disc. A slipped disc ...

Upper Cross Syndrome

Upper crossed syndrome (UCS) occurs when the muscles in the neck, shoulders, and chest become deformed, usually as a result of poor posture. The muscles that are typically the most affected are the upper trapezius and the levator scapula, which are the back muscles of the shoulders and neck. First, they become extremely strained and overactive. Then, the muscles in the front of the chest, calle...

Pain Awareness

Pain is a signal in your nervous system that something may be wrong. It is an unpleasant feeling, such as a prick, tingle, sting, burn, or ache. Pain may be sharp or dull. It may come and go, or it may be constant. You may feel pain in one area of your body, such as your back, abdomen, chest, pelvis, or you may feel pain all over. Pain can be helpful in diagnosing a problem. If you never felt p...