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When you're healing from one injury, the last thing you want is to injure something else! But casts, braces, and crutches often throw off alignment, causing pain and strain in other parts of your body. Neurosurgeon Dr. William Kemp knows this from personal and professional experience. Hear about his experience after being injured playing kickball and how this initial foot injury led to low back pain. He shares his own tips so you can stay safe too. Learn more about this topic at: SpineMD.com.

Back surgery is supposed to alleviate pain, but some people fear it will do more harm than good. In this episode, we separate fact from fiction with spine surgeon Dr. Christopher Good. To learn more about this topic, go to SpineMD.com.

Actor Chris Hemsworth used it to pump up for Thor, and elite athletes use it to train. But did you know that blood flow restriction — or BFR — is also a tool in physical therapy? Could this new treatment be right for you? Learn more about the healing power of BFR at SpineMD.com

From sex to suicide - there are deep impacts that back and neck pain can have not just on our bodies - but on our entire lives. Today's guest is here to honestly talk about how back pain hijacked her life - and how she came back from it with the help of the spine specialists at Virginia Spine Institute. Learn more about what to do about life-altering back pain -- visit: VirginiaSpine.com.

Today, we're going to dive into what disc herniation is and how to prevent it …with a patient-turned-expert Spine Surgeon Dr. Colin Haines at Virginia Spine Institute. From teen athletes to older adults, disc herniation is common and excruciating. The injury can make it difficult to move and even breathe. Today's guest knows that pain firsthand. Dr. Haines was a high school soccer player when he experienced a disc herniation. That fateful injury ended up leading to his career as a spine surgeon. Today, he shares his story and his hard-earned healthy back tips. Learn more about disc herniations and recovery tips at SpineMD.com.

Did you know, treadmills are the #1 cause of injury among home exercise equipment? When the weather outside gets cold, runners are often pushed inside on treadmills, and any runner will tell you — this is a very different form of exercise than running on pavement. So what do you need to keep in mind when it comes to back health and treadmills? Whether you're new to exercise or a fitness veteran, we unpack easy ways to stay safe with sports medicine expert Dr. Yash Mehta. Learn more about these tips and more about sports medicine safety at SpineMD.com.

It's time to talk about a little-known source of back pain that often goes overlooked. In this episode, Dr. Niteesh Bharara explains more about facet joints and answers your frequently asked questions. What are facet joints? What problems do they cause? And what can you do about it? Learn more about facet pain and solutions to resolve your pain - visit: VirginiaSpine.com

There's a reason why Peloton, and spin cycling in general, has become such a popular form of exercise. You can get in a great structured workout while having a competitive and motivational side to it. But just remember, introducing a new fitness routine or increasing your fitness routine can come with negative effects if not done properly. In this episode, Spine Surgeon Dr. Colin Haines shares with our host Laura Evans (both Peloton users) tips to avoid back aches and pains that may come with this trendy at-home exercise routine. Together they talk about lessons learned and simple ways to avoid common mistakes and stay out of pain. Learn more about this topic and other spine tips at VirginiaSpine.com

When you're a mom, chronic pain is especially tough robbing you of the things and people you love.

Today's guest, Paula, was a fitness enthusiast who ran and cycled with her family. Then, Paula underwent back surgery, and nothing went as planned. The unsuccessful surgery relegated Paula to a walker -- until she found a doctor willing to listen. That led her to find Dr. Christopher Good, Spine Surgeon at Virginia Spine Institute, who was determined to solve her medical mystery and get Paula back to her active, pain-free life!

Listen in as Paula tells her story of regaining hope and the details of her search for a doctor to advocate for her spinal health and help her reach her goals.

In this episode: Exclusive insights are shared by her Spine Surgeon Dr. Christopher Good.

Learn more about VSI at VirginiaSpine.com

When most people think of fat and their bodies - it's in the context of losing it. But did you know fat injections can be a great option for patients with back pain who are looking to avoid surgery? Dr. Niteesh Bharara, Director of Regenerative Medicine at the Virginia Spine Institute enlightens us in this episode. Learn more about this topic and other helpful spine tips at VirginiaSpine.com