6 Foot Drop Exercises to Speed Up Recovery and Increase Mobility
Foot drop is a condition that makes it difficult to lift the front part of the foot. It can affect the way you walk and perform other physical activities. While this can be annoying, performing exercises consistently to strengthen the muscles in your hips, legs, and feet can be an effective way to correct mobility issues caused […]
What Causes Lower Back Pain and How to Get Rid of It
Many people experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. Whether it’s caused by prolonged sitting or a sudden injury, lower back pain can be debilitating, and it can have a significant impact on your daily routine. In this article, we cover common causes of lower back pain, treatment options, and self-care tips […]
What is the Difference Between a Bulging Disk and a Herniated Disk?
Disks are cushions between the bones, also known as vertebrae, that make up the spine. The outer layer (annulus) of a disk is made of tough cartilage that surrounds a jelly-like core known as the nucleus pulposus. Around eighty percent of the nucleus is made of water, while the remainder is composed of collagen fibers. […]
5 Ways to Relieve Hip Pain During Pregnancy
Pregnant women often experience hip pain during their second and third trimesters. As your body prepares for birth, you experience various physical and hormonal changes, which may cause mild or severe pain in the hip area. This can affect your mobility and cause discomfort. In this blog, we highlight the causes of hip pain during […]
6 Safe Stretches & Exercises For a Herniated Disk
Living with a herniated disk can be extremely painful. People with a herniated disk usually do not require surgery, but doctors recommend physical therapy to manage the symptoms. Gentle exercises and safe stretches can help provide pain relief, improve flexibility, and speed up healing. Light physical activity, such as stretches and gentle exercises, also helps […]
On Pins and Needles: Causes and Solutions for Neuropathic Pain
At Oklahoma Spine & Pain Management in Oklahoma City, Dr. Darryl Robinson sees a lot of patients coming in with complaints about neuropathic pain, and this is true for a lot of places in the US. If fact, studies show that about 1 in 3 Americans suffer from chronic pain, and 1 in 5 of […]
