The Spine & Pain Center of California Blog

Take 3 Steps After Getting Injured at Work

Getting hurt on the job is a fear for many people. Because of the stress and problems involved, many of us hope it will never happen to us and do our best to follow the safety rules laid down by our employers. But workplace injury isn’t an unlikely occurrence. More...

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Am I A Candidate for an Epidural?

Have you been struggling with chronic pain for a long time? Have you also been disappointed that the usual treatments just aren’t helping? You may be a good candidate for an epidural steroid shot. This treatment can help manage stubborn pain and make a difference in...

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Is Working from Home a Pain in Your Neck?

Working from home is no longer a niche. The US Census Bureau reported more than a third of households were working more from home than before the Covid-19 pandemic. As a result, many people have made a permanent switch but may need to learn the possible pitfalls...

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Get Relief for Your Bulging Disc Pain

Back pain affects around eight percent of American adults, making it one of the most common chronic pain issues in the United States. There are also many ways back pain can become chronic pain, which can be harder to treat and cause long-term issues.Around two percent...

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Is Joint Pain Bringing You Down?

Joint pain is no joke. It can make it difficult to complete everyday tasks, increase your likelihood of experiencing mental health problems, and it often worsens in the winter. Since the colder months are almost here, don’t you think you deserve to seek help for your...

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How Radiofrequency Ablation Can Help Your Arthritis

Have you been dealing with arthritis pain for a long period? Are you starting to wonder if conservative treatments aren’t making the difference they should be? It might be time to try another option, like effective but minimally invasive radiofrequency ablation. The...

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Torn Ligament? PRP Can Help

According to a 2013 study, “Tendon and ligament injuries (TLIs) are among the most common health problems affecting the adult population.” Unfortunately, the less invasive treatments for this problem — such as taking over-the-counter meds, participating in physical...

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The Most Common Workplace Injuries (And How You Can Help)

Injuries in the workplace are, unfortunately, all too common. While the NCS states that the highest number of preventable fatal work injuries between 2019 and 2020 occurred in the construction industry, followed by transportation and warehousing, issues can occur in...

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Is Your Diet Making Your Chronic Pain Worse?

Many people will do almost anything to manage their chronic pain. From taking medications to surgery, the options are as numerous as they are varied, and dealing with this kind of pain for a long time can make you desperate to try anything. But have you thought about...

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5 Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis

According to the CDC, one in four adults in the United States has doctor-diagnosed arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic condition that affects the joints, and like the other types of arthritis, it is widespread. But how can you know if you have rheumatoid...

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How Does Spondylolisthesis Affect Your Back?

Spondylolisthesis is a condition that affects your back. Sometimes, it results from a congenital disability and manifests in early childhood. It commonly results from arthritis, stress on the back due to athletic activity, or a fracture. Long-term back pain is one of...

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Hip Pain: What To Do When Steroids Aren’t Ideal

Most people can find relief from the usual, conservative treatments for hip pain. These might include physical therapy, heating and icing the hip, and rest. But what if these haven’t worked for you? Some doctors are quick to recommend steroids, but these aren’t always...

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