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How Does Smoking Affect the Severity of Chronic Pain?

How Does Smoking Affect the Severity of Chronic Pain?

by Radhika Shah | Dec 4, 2020 | LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation

Chronic pain is a common condition experienced by an estimated 20.4% of US adults, according to the CDC. (1) Chronic pain can come in the form of back pain, arthritis, muscle pain, and more and is caused by many underlying diseases and factors. (1) Smoking is known to...
Understanding the Relationship Between the Biopsychosocial Model and Non-Specific Lower Back Pain

Understanding the Relationship Between the Biopsychosocial Model and Non-Specific Lower Back Pain

by Lauren Limbach | Nov 19, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Medical Officers, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation

The vast majority of patients who seek medical attention for lower back pain (LBP) never determine the precise cause of their pain. LBP is one of the most pressing medical issues of our time, with 6-9% of adults consulting a medical professional for the condition...
Lower back pain and socioeconomic inequality

Lower back pain and socioeconomic inequality

by Reeti | Nov 12, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation, Uncategorized

As of 2015, lower back and neck pain were the leading global causes of disability[1]. Studies have consistently shown that there is an inverse relationship between socioeconomic status and prevalence of lower back pain. A study conducted in Finland comparing the...
Lower Back Pain in Children and Adolescents: Causes and Solutions

Lower Back Pain in Children and Adolescents: Causes and Solutions

by Lauren Limbach | Oct 20, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation

In recent years there have been growing concerns over the prevalence of lower back pain (LBP) in children. Of particular concern to parents, teachers and medical professionals are the overloaded backpacks and excessive screen time habits that may play a role in the...
Opioid Prescriptions for Chronic Pain: Dangers and (Lack of) Efficacy

Opioid Prescriptions for Chronic Pain: Dangers and (Lack of) Efficacy

by Lauren Limbach | Oct 16, 2020 | Biostabilizer, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation

by Vicky Lu and Lauren Limbach The opioid epidemic is a large burden on the American healthcare system. In 2015, opioid overdoses were responsible for over 140,000 emergency department visits and estimated to cost $152.8 million for the medical industry (1). By 2016,...
Low Back Pain in Athletes: Physiological and Psychological Considerations

Low Back Pain in Athletes: Physiological and Psychological Considerations

by Felicia Schuessler | Sep 15, 2020 | Athletic, Biostabilizer, Issues, LBP, Physical Therapy / Medicine and Rehabilitation, Solutions

For 80% of people, an episode of low back pain (LBP) occurs at least once during the lifespan,(4) and about 38% of people have an episode once a year.(2) However, certain populations experience LBP differently. LBP in athletes is a serious condition related both to...
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