Tuesday, 16 June 2015

Tips On How To Lose The Neck Pain.

How To Lose The Neck Pain. This discusses ways to manage and ease neck pain. Do you have a stiff, aching or painful neck and shoulders, neck and/or back pain? 

 If you have neck pain you will know how it can be very debilitating. Neck pain can range from a mild niggle from a little tension or having slept awkwardly, to a serious continuous neck pain that can have a major impact on your life. Often it is invisible to other people and therefore people just do not know or understand what pain you can be going through.



If you have back issues you may well find that you also gain neck pain as your whole body tries to compensate and becomes thrown out of balance.


"I think about the meaning of pain. Pain is personal. It really belongs to the one feeling it. Probably the only thing that is your own."Henry Rollins
Here I will share a few tips that you can easily put into practice especially regarding your diet. I have also found some really great neck support pillows which may be useful for you every day or especially for when traveling. Do not miss the two neck pillows towards the end of the article if you are doing any sort of traveling in a car, coach, train or flight, as they will be very useful to you.

Last but not least I want to tell you about a great product produced by The Healthy Back Institute, the makers of Lose The Back Pain that can help to ease or even "lose the neck pain". I totally trusted these guys with my back and I trust them to do their best by every person in pain. 

Reading this will hopefully be your first step to lose or ease your neck pain.   

Vegetables in the garden

Neck Pain Tip One


 Buy and Eat Foods That Reduce Inflammation. This is important as they act as natural anti-inflammatories in your body which you need if you are experiencing neck pains.

 These are foods like green leafy vegetables, berries and fruits.

 Fish, olive oil and nuts which contain omega 3 fatty acids


Neck Pain Tip Two


 AVOID Foods that Increase Inflammation:-

 There are a huge range of foods that increase inflammation do this so avoid anything that comes under this list or has these elements in it:-

 Sugar (known by many names-check labels)

 Pastry

 Soft drinks

 Cereals.(check labels for high sugar content)


Neck Pain Tip Three


 Identify and Correct Your Muscle Imbalances

 Muscle imbalances can be a very important factor in neck pain and few people are aware that they need to check out and address them for long lasting relief.

 So if you have pain in your joints, ligaments and muscles, it would be well worth your while checking out muscle imbalances.


Neck Pain Pillows


 It is possible to find comfort and support with a neck pain pillow. As a temporary measure a neck pain pillow may in some cases help you with temporarily pain relief or to gain a more comfortable position.
Homedics OT-N Therapy Neck Support


This one wraps around the back of your neck to provide good support. It helps you to maintain correct head and neck alignment and contours around your neck. It is Thermo sensitive and measures 13 inches by 12 inches by 3.75 inches. It comes in cream, various flower patterns and various geometric patterns to suit most people.


HoMedics OT-N Therapy Neck Support Pillow with Velour Cover


Microwaveable Neck Pillow

 This neck pillow is microwaveable to make it warm on your neck. Warmth can be very helpful to relax tight and tense muscles and so can be very helpful to ease pain. Having warmth around your neck can also be very relaxing in itself which if tension and stress is an issue for you can be useful. This neck pillow also has an aromatherapy element of lavender and Chamomile which many people will enjoy.

 Earth Therapeutics: Relaxing Microwavable Neck Pillow
"My focus is to forget the pain of life. Forget the pain, mock the pain, reduce it. And laugh."Jim Carrey


How To Get Neck Pain Relief.


 One thing you will know if you have neck pain is that it is hard if not impossible to ignore it !!

 So what are your options if you have neck pain? Well if you have neck pain you have probably already tried Painkillers, Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, Massage and they may not have worked for you or only worked temporarily.

 I know through first hand experience  how hard it is to try lots of treatments for pain and the frustration and sadness when they do not work or only work for a short time.


 Pain killers can indeed in some cases kill the pain - but- what effect are they having on your body, and can you take them long term or will their effect lessen.

Just reading about your neck pain may not be enough, you can learn and you can even try those free exercises that are possible to find. However be careful as they wont be specific to you and who has devised them?

A chiropractor or similar may be useful to you, but they can only fix the temporary misalignment in your spine. In addition the cost of going back for repeated treatments can be extremely expensive! I know as I went to a chiropractor for several months and although he did help me it became very expensive and burnt a hole in my pocket!!


 Also what about the effect of muscle imbalances? Do they matter?

There is now an alternative from the people who brought you Lose The Back Pain System which I trusted my back to and it worked ! To ease or sort out your neck pain there is a neck pain relief system you can buy and use in the comfort of home. There is a physical version and an online version to choose from. The online version is the most affordable, however it works best if you have a high speed internet connection.


Below are some of the conditions Lose The Neck Pain can help to ease. Which one is most affecting you ? Or maybe you have undiagnosed pain?
  • Arm pain (upper & lower)
  •  Asymmetry (Ex. low shoulder)
  •  Carpel tunnel syndrome
  •  Cervical canal stenosis
  • Cervical myelopathy
  •  Decreased range of motion
  •  Degenerative disc disease
  •  Degenerative joint disease
  •  Digestive conditions (including acid reflux)
  •  Disc herniation
  • Dowager's
  • Golfers Elbow
  • Headaches
  •  Low back pain
  • Mid-back pain
  • Migraine headaches
  •  Muscle spasm
  • Muscle tension
  • Numbness/tingling (arms & hands)
  •  Pinched nerve (nerve impingement syndrome)
  •  Fatigue
  • Fibromyalgia Posture-related issues (including poor appearance)
  •  Rotator cuff issues
  •  Shoulder pain
  •  Spinal decay
  •  Strength-related issues (e.g. decreased grip strength)
  •  Tendonitis
  •  Tennis elbow
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
  •  TMJ
  •  Upper back pain
  •  Wrist pain

What Do You Get With Lose The Neck Pain


1) Lose the Neck Pain Workbook And Video

 To start with watch the video and complete the workbook. This will enable you to establish a number of things:-

 An in-depth explanation of how muscle imbalances cause your neck pain, and many other areas of your body.

 In the workbook there are self assessments to indicate which physical dysfunctions you have and how they're responsible for your pain.

 Once your dysfunctions are identified, you then follow a step by step plan through the specific corrective exercises, stretches and self treatments. This will help you to balance your body and reduce and eliminate pain.
2) Lose the Neck Pain Audio CD's

 You will also receive three audio CD's which cover:-

 How To Get the Best Results Using The System - Straightforward tips on how to use the system and how to get relief.

 Strategies for Reducing and Managing Pain. Condition Specific Recommendations -

If you've been diagnosed with a specific condition, CD 3 will give you specific recommendations, techniques and treatments you may also want to consider.In addition it covers how the program can help you deal specifically with your symptoms and diagnosis
3) The Lose the Neck Pain Reference Manual provides you with exercises, stretches, and pain reduction strategies for easy reference even when you're out and about. It covers all of the corrective exercises, stretches and pain reduction strategies. It is a complete guide to all the exercises and a good refresher of the system.
Own Lose The Neck Pain and be on your way to freeing yourself from pain.


Neck Pain In The Car

One place that can be especially hard on our necks is when we are driving. Many car seats are not really designed very well for good neck and spinal alignment so we find our necks are forced into an awkward position.This car neck pillow will gently cradle your neck to help with support and positioning.

This well rated car travel neck pillow has Pressure Relieving:GiGi Space Memory Foam. Its high-density material guarantees strong durability and powerful support.It is softened or hardened according to the change of human temperature and shapes your body and eliminates pressure points. This helps blood circulate freely. This pillow provides comfort and support.


GIGI Memory Foam Car Neck Pillow Comfortable Pillow Car Headrest - Black



"When there is pain, there are no words. All pain is the same."
Toni Morrison

A Great Travel Pillow For Neck Pain


 Traveling can be a real pain when you have neck pain and often made worse by falling alseep when traveling and putting your neck and upper back into a very bad posture. This neck pillow is incredibly useful and if you only buy one this can serve several purposes for you.

J Pillow, Travel Pillow
This pillow is of a unique patented design and winner of the British invention of the Year award 2012/13.

It has an ingenious chin support which stops your head from falling forwards while you sleep and can support your head and neck in the correct position from the side. 

It is wonderful for travel as it helps you to get a good sleep whether in a car, plane, coach or train. It is easy to carry and can be squeezed into the smallest spaces, or even clipped onto hand luggage. 

Also great for use at home especially if you have neck pain and want to gain relief while sittting on the sofa or even in bed. If you have to sit upright in bed for medical reasons or post op it can be especially useful.Available in several different colours.


J Pillow, Travel Pillow - Winner of British Invention of the Year 2013 - consistently the #1 Best SellingTravel Pillow on Amazon.co.uk  


Neck Pain : Cervical Spine Anatomy

Here is a video explaining the cervical anatomy to help understand the neck area better.  





Thank You For Reading Tips on how to Lose The Neck Pain. Here are some messages for when this was published on another writing site.


TapIn2U 
I love massages. Thanks for the tips. Fantastic lens! Sundae ;-)

asereht1970 
I usually have neck and back pains because of sitting too much in front of a computer. When they attack, I go to a reflexologist.

canhealth 
I had massage therapy for my neck pain. It really helped. I'm all for trying natural healing methods before medications.


LisaAuch1 
Since an accident in 2006, I have the top 3 discs being damaged in my neck, I have tried everything, and most recently I am attending a sports physio, who is renowned for working with the scottish rugby team (yikes!) I feel great after it, and they give me several things to do at home, well I get no motivation! THIS is exactly what I need on hand motivation that will ensure I do what is right for my neck pain! I can follow the programme at home!!! WOW great thanks
Arc4life 
Great Squidoo lens on helping someone with neck pain. Arc4life


norma-holt
This is such an important topic and you have presented it well. Good research and knowledge here,.


norma-holt 
This id a very nice lens on such an important topic. Well presented and researched

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For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

7 Day Back Pain Cure
This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.
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Friday, 12 June 2015

Love Home Memory Foam 3d Ventilative Mesh Lumbar Support Back Cushion

I felt that this Love Home Memory Foam 3d Ventilative Mesh Lumbar Support Back Cushion was well worth sharing with you. This lumbar seat cushion is a bestseller at Amazon and with good reason.

Its design reduces stress on your back and thus helps to ease low back pain. It measures 13.4 inches by 12.6 inches by 4 inches. It comes in a black colour or if you prefer a brighter colour it also comes in camel, coffee, grey, rose red(more pink tones) and blue. It is supportive so firm but soft.

 As it has memory foam there may be a slight smell as with most memory foam products at first but this should go off quite quickly. However for me the benefits of memory foam being soft yet supportive and excellent for my back issues, out weight his very slight initial issue.

If you use it vertically as a back support it goes in height from the base of your spine up to the low mid point of the back.

You can also use it to sit on as a base to any seat. This can be very useful to raise the height of a seat such as a car seat or to achieve a better height and posture when sitting at a desk.  
Thus it helps the lower and sacral regions of the back.

It has a 3D mesh cover which helps to keep you cool and has a zipper & elasticized belt to keep secure. It does have a strap extender as well in case you are using a wider chair or in a car seat and need to have it extended.

This comfortable lumbar support has many uses in most chairs, car seats, scooters and wheelchairs to make sitting more comfortable on you and your back. It promotes good posture when sitting as well which is something that many of us lack. 

You can check out customer reviews if you click through the link to Amazon here.

Love Home Memory Foam 3d Ventilative Mesh Lumbar Support Cushion/ Back Cushion / Support Cushion Helps the Lumbar and Sacral Region of the Spinal Column & Helps Promote Good Posture While Sitting- Excellent for Home, Office, Car and Wheelchairs- Size: 13.4''*12.6''*4'' (Black)


So this is a versatile, comfortable and adaptable lumbar seat cushion that can be used in many situations from the office, your home, in a car or using a scooter or wheelchair to make your day a little easier.
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    Lose The Back Pain System
    Lose the Back Pain, is a system of self assessments to determine what physical imbalances you may have that may be causing your pain, then specific and targeted exercises to follow to address the imbalances, along with pain reduction strategies. 

    For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

    7 Day Back Pain Cure
    This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful.     Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.
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    Thursday, 11 June 2015

    How To Make The Most Of Back and Neck Pain Support Forums

    How To Make The Most Of Back and Neck Pain Support Forums

    If you have back, neck or sciatic pain you may want to go onto a back pain support forum for help and advice. There are things you need to bear in mind while using a back pain support forum or a neck pain support forum that can make your time there more useful and more enjoyable.

     I have quite a lot of experience on back and neck support forums, having used a lot of them while I was trying to search for my back pain solution. 

     They can be one of the best sources of support you can get but you do need to follow a few guidelines to get the most out of them and just as importantly, to give the most to them.

    Support , Advice And Friendship On Back Pain Support Forums

    Back pain and neck pain support forums can be a wonderful source of support and even friendship with other neck, back and sciatic pain sufferers.
    At a time when you may feel that no one understands you know that the people there really do as they are going through it too.

     I have met some wonderful, highly informed people on back and neck pain forums who have helped me so very much. Some have become good friends. I have learned about treatments and techniques and advice that I never knew existed.

     Going on to a back pain forum for me meant I had a release for all my worries, concerns and feelings about back pain. At that time I did not know anyone else who had severe back and scaitic pain like me. As well as talking with loved ones who may be understanding and empathetic, but may have no experience of backpain; you can release some of that angst, fear and worry you may be experiencing with people who are also living it. I think its healthy and good to talk about it.



    “Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness...be gentle with yourself"
    Desiderata

    Introduce Yourself On A Back Or Neck Pain Forum. 

    If you are seeking advice about your neck or back condition or what you are experiencing, it is helpful to introduce yourself on the forum so people can relate to you.

    Give a brief account of your condition and what symptoms and treatments you have had already. It doesnt need to be an essay - in fact its better if it isn't too long - it just helps to give people an idea of what you are going through and what you need.

     Do remember that you are writing to fellow back and neck pain sufferers, some of whom may have trouble sitting for long (that was a major issue for me) so keep it clear and not too much block text. Short paragraphs are best for ease of reading.
    Focus on what you CAN DO with your back condition. Dont beat yourself up over the rest.

    Learning From A Back Or Neck Pain Forum

    In my experience you can learn a lot from a back or neck pain support forum. You may well be introduced to ideas and treatments you had never heard of or your doctor was simply too busy to go into detail with you about.

     You can ask what its like in others experiences to have an MRI, to have certain procedures or what different treatments there are and what they are like. You can gain a range of perspectives from people who have experienced the things you are interested in learning about.

     Back and neck pain support forums can help you to get ideas about the physical treatments available.
    If asked people may share with you their own personal experiences of treatments you may yet not have even heard about.


    “Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it." Helen Keller


    From my emotional perspective, it did me the world of good to participate in a back pain forum and then to get the kind and empathetic reactions from people and a few who gave me the kick I needed to get searching for my solution!!!

     It was great to know that I was not alone in my struggle and that people understood the lack of sleep, the pain, the irritability and the hidden emotions about back pain.

     It also felt GREAT that my experiences could help other people! I do believe that giving help and support was a major factor in my recovery . 

     I really wanted / needed to give back so I could help others through my experiences.


    Do Not Give Out Too Much Personal Information
    Just a little word of warning. You may be cautioned on many forums not to give out your email address, tel no and home address, yet I still see people doing this.

     Remember when you are talking on the neck and back pain support forums you are talking to a wider audience than just the people you know on that forum. Many are open access and anyone can read those. Its easy to be lulled into a false sense of security when you are typing away on your own computer in your own home.

     For the same reasons you may want to use a "handle" not your real name.

     Do not go into too much detail about your finances, or home circumstances especially if you live alone and are very vulnerable.

     Most people are great-but you just need to be a little careful.


    “It is impossible to feel grateful and depressed in the same moment."
    Naomi Williams


    Be Wise How You Use Forums


    Say Thankyou And Try To Help Others On A Back Or Neck Pain Forum

    If you get a response to your query for advice on your neck and back pain, do acknowledge it. Even if its not the answer you wanted do remember that the people on these forums are often not experts in back and sciatic pain, they are fellow back pain sufferers and are just trying to help out. Its nice to be thanked for their help.

     Monitor your own thread so that you can say thank you and say what you have found useful. You will find people will want to help you more if you show your appreciation :)

     Do try to answer a couple of queries yourself, even if you do not know a lot you can express your empathy, ask them how they are now, offer the hand of forum friendship. Be yourself, be warm and friendly and open.

    Introduce yourself and tell others about what worked for you and what did not, your successes and your failures, how you feel and how you cope.


    Freedom Back Support In Chair

      I own this Contour Freedom Back Massage cushion from Amazon and find it very useful for firm support and better posture for my back when sitting. I love the massage option.

    Never Flame Or Harrass Another Back Pain Forum Member

    I know you would never do that!

    Be Courteous to other posters, everyone is just looking for help and advice and maybe a place to vent frustrations and upsets.

     However sometimes tempers can flare on forums, especially when people are in pain and hurting and they can get angry at you even when its not your fault. Best to bow out gracefully, keep away from the thread for a while. Let tempers calm down.

     Do not give way to profanity, this may well get you banned. If you feel the need to swear best step away from the computer and cool off for a bit !

     If you are being harrassed do report it to the Forum Administrator if the forum is moderated.

    Many Forums do not allow any advertising of products or links. If you really want to recommend something do be careful and read the forum rules before you leave any product or commercial links.

     Usually leaving helpful information about medications, helpful web-sites, medical & surgical procedures is permitted but do check the forum rules.

    “What a man needs in gardening is a cast-iron back, with a hinge in it."Charles Dudley Warner.

    Should You Take Advice On A Back Pain Or Neck Pain Forum?

    When you are posting questions to a back or neck pain support forum you can be general and get a good range of answers. Specifics can come later in the thread as people ask you more. If you are wanting a range of answers from differnet people try this approach

     Has anyone tried this treatment(name of treatment)

     Has anyone been for a (name of procedure) what was it like?

     You may well receive medical advice if you ask for advice on back forums. People will give advice with the very best of intentions. Some of it will be excellent advice, some of it may not be correct for you.

     Do not expect to go on a forum with a question about what you should do with sciatica and get a response that is a diagnosis and treatment plan for you.


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     It is always wise to double check any medical advice you receive on forums with a qualified medical practitioner/therapist.
    Never rely solely on the information and/or opinions on a back pain support forum.  

    What works for one person with one condition may not work for another. Different people can feel or react to the same condition very differently. Your treatment may also depend on any other conditions you have and other personal details.
    People on back and neck forums cannot see you, check you body symptoms or do any tests for you. Do get a medical check as well.
    “Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for a kindness."
    Seneca


    Do You have Any Thoughts About Participating In Forums? (Here are a  couple of comments from when this was posted on another site )



    Arc4life 
    Forums for back and neck pain are great, because they give you prespective about what others are going through. Thank you for your lens, very informative- Nav at the Neck Pain Support Blog
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    RaintreeAnnie 
    @darciefrench lm: Thank you Darcie I appreciate that :)
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    darciefrench lm 
    Well rounded presentation of 'how to participate in forums' - back pain forums in particular, but really this info can be used in any forums. It's always best to focus on the positive. many thanks- am lensrolling to squidoo forum threads.


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    How Would You Want To Be Treated On A Forum?
    Thank you for visiting this page, I do appreciate your visit.

    If you have any further suggestions how to get the most out of and how to contribute to support forums I would love to hear them.
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    For useful information and suggestions there is a Free Back Pain Book Written by the Healthy back Institute-

    7 Day Back Pain Cure
    This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will give you a good starting point for taking back control of your back pain covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful.     Follow Jasmine Ann Raintree's board Back And Sciatic Pain Strategies. on Pinterest.
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    Tuesday, 9 June 2015

    Back and Spine Surgery Is It For You ?

    7 Day Back Pain Cure Free Back Pain Book. Written by the Healthy Back Institute- Steve Hefferon and Jesse Cannone- who are the guys who worked with me to help me get my life back from severe sciatic pain in both legs and low back pain.This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will help to to understand your back and sciatic pain. It will give you more than the first steps, covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. - See more at: http://lifewithmypetback.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/tips-for-vacationing-with-bad-back.html#sthash.R9a2ku11.dpuf

     Back And Spine Surgery

    If you are considering spinal surgery or have had back surgery suggested to you, it is vital that you are fully informed about All the options- surgical and non surgical and the risks and benefits to you. This post covers some of these considerations in back surgery.

     To undergo spine surgery is a serious decision and is not to be undertaken lightly, you need to be certain it is the correct choice for you. There are many different surgeries that may be considered for you. 

    It is important that you know the reasons and the differences. Just some of them are Discectomy, Foraminotomy, IntraDiscal Electrothermal Therapy (IDET), Spinal Fusion and Spinal Laminectomy.
    Unless there are circumstances which make spine surgery urgent and essential it is always worthwhile talking through the pros and cons of having the surgery with your healthcare providers and surgeon and if possible considering trying less invasive alternatives first.

    Do You Really Need Spine Surgery? - Dr Aaron Filler -Neurosurgeon

    A Neuro Surgeon's Guide to Back and Neck Pain and how to choose your treatment. Dr Aaron Filler gives useful information to help you understand and be an active participant in the care of your back and spine.

    Do You Really Need Back Surgery?: A Surgeon's Guide to Neck and Back Pain and How to Choose Your Treatment


    Questions To Ask Your Surgeon About Spine Surgery

    These are some questions I asked when I was referred to a neurosurgeon to consider having surgery. There may well be many more you can think of but just a starting point.

     I dont know about you but my mind goes blank when i am in a surgeons office so i found it best to write down all my questions first then I can just read them.

     My neurosurgeon said he liked it when people came in prepared as he then knew that concerns were addressed.

     Questions you may like to ask your surgeon about your back issues and surgery

    There are several questions you can ask a spine surgeon to help you more thoroughly understand your prospective surgery and instil confidence in your selection of a surgeon.
    • What is the exact diagnosis?
    • What assessments will you do and what will the assessments tell you about my condition?
    • Is it essential/urgent I have back surgery now? If yes why?
    • If it is not urgent/essential I have surgery now can I try other treatments first then come back?
    • What is the specific back pain surgery you are proposing? How will this help me?
    • What is the prognosis for my back if I do not have surgery?
    • Do I need any other tests for my spine/back or general health ? If so which ones? What will they tell you?
    • Is there a waiting list for back surgery? If so how long?
    • What happens if the back surgery doesnt work?
    • Could I be worse off/more backpain or sciatica after the surgery?
    • What are the risks to my spine or my general health?
    • How long will I be in recovery after the back surgery?
    • Will I need to do any maintenance or back exercises after the surgery? If so what?
    • How many appointments will I need? How frequently?
    • What exactly will this treatment do for me?
    • Will it cost me anything?
    • How often do you /this hospital perform this back surgery?
    The bottom line is to be as informed as possible before you make a decision.

    I've Got Your Back-The Truth About Spine Surgery, Straight From A Surgeon

      I've Got Your Back: The Truth About Spine Surgery, Straight From A Surgeon


    Educate Yourself About Back Surgery - Learn about spine surgery

    If you are contemplating back and spine surgery it is vital that you educate yourself and learn about what it means for you.

    This will enable you to discuss your options better with your healthcare team and have more of an idea what you need ot ask and what the pros and cons are with any surgery. Before condering any back surgery you need to carefully consider all the risks and benefits and discuss this thoroughly with your healthcare team. Unless it is an emergency you need to be given the time to do this. It is your back.

    Spinal Surgery-Written By A Surgeon

    Educating Yourself Before Preparing For Spinal Surgery

    It is important that if you decide to go ahead with back surgery you are fully prepared and have done all you can to prepare yourself to give it the best chance of success.

     This book is written by a Spine Surgeon discussing in straightforward terms the pros and cons of spine surgery and is a useful way to educate yourself.

    Spinal Surgery Written Simply by a Spinal Surgeon



    Leacho Contoured Body Pillow 

     Full body pillows like Leachco Back 'N Belly Contoured Body Pillow can be wonderful for helping to relieve pressure on your body. This one provides support for your back and tummy and you do not need to keep repositioning you simply turn from side to side. It helps align hips for a neutral joint positioning hence less stress. It is mentioned that it is good for sciatica, gastric reflux, congestion, fibromyalgia and carpal tunnel syndrome.  

      Full body pillows generally help to bring your body, hips, shoulders and spine into better alignment and thus to support your back better.

     If you have already had back surgery please do check with your doctor first before using any body pillow or back support.


      Spine Issues? Body Pillow Memory Foam

       A body pillow can be very comforting for any back issues and help you to sleep and rest better.

      The advantage of Memory foam is that it moulds to your shape and gives support.

      Check with your doctor before purchase or use if you have had spine surgery


       The Original Shredded Memory Foam Body Pillow with Bamboo Cover By Coop Home Goods - Made in the USA Hypoallergenic and Dust Mite Resistant


      Free Back Pain Book To Help You. Written by The Healthy Back Institute who helped me sort my back pain.


      7 Day Back Pain Cure Free Back Pain Book (Just pay a shipping/handling fee). If you would like to understand and educate yourself more about your back this is an excellent starting point.
      Learn about the back and different available treatment options, which work and which may be ones you could consider. Especially if you are wanting to consider treatments to see if they will work prior to back surgery or instead of spinal surgery then this book will help you.

      Surgery is not the only option and you would be wise to think about all the other options and ask if you are Ok to try less invasive treatments first to see if they will help you before having to go through surgical procedures.

      7 Day Back Pain Cure Free Back Pain Book. Written by the Healthy Back Institute- Steve Hefferon and Jesse Cannone- who are the guys who worked with me to help me get my life back from severe sciatic pain in both legs and low back pain.This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will help to to understand your back and sciatic pain. It will give you more than the first steps, covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. - See more at: http://lifewithmypetback.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/tips-for-vacationing-with-bad-back.html#sthash.R9a2ku11.dpuf
       Day Back Pain Cure Free Back Pain Book. Written by the Healthy Back Institute- Steve Hefferon and Jesse Cannone- who are the guys who worked with me to help me get my life back from severe sciatic pain in both legs and low back pain.This free book (there is a small shipping/handling fee for physical book) will help to to understand your back and sciatic pain. It will give you more than the first steps, covering reasons for pain, pain relief, possible treatments, action plans and many other things you will find useful. - See more at: http://lifewithmypetback.blogspot.co.uk/2015/06/tips-for-vacationing-with-bad-back.html#sthash.R9a2ku11.dpuf

      Here are some comments I have had regarding spinal surgery when this post was published on another site I worked on. 

      RaintreeAnnie
      @sierradawn lm: Thank you. Do ask all the questions you need of the specialists etc and so you understand all the risks/benefits.


      sierradawn lm
      I am suppose to have back surgery according to the 5 different specialists that I have seen but I am very apprehensive about doing it. I appreciated all the comprehensive information you presented here!


      SciaticaReliefT 
      Very comprehensive info on back surgery! Back surgery is one way to treat back pain but this method should really only be considered as the last resort right?

      anonymous 
      Surgery has a very limited role in the treatment of back pain. Although it is probably offered to patients more often than is necessary (this is, after all, how surgeons make their living), there are a few good reasons to have surgery. A small number of surgeons think the only way to cure a medical condition is with cold, hard steel. There are also some surgeons whose only interest in the patient is in the fee they collect; they collect more for doing surgery than for talking patients out of surgery. Honest, ethical surgeons give the patient options and honest opinions. The problem may be in figuring out who is being honest and who isn't.
      Most insurance companies, especially workers compensation companies, would prefer not to pay for surgery, or long term rehabilitation instead of, or following, surgery. The less they pay out for procedures or physical therapy, the more profit they make. Stock holders like that; patients don't. And if insurance companies can find a way to no longer be the financially responsible party, all the better.
      Keeping the above two paragraphs in mind, some times surgery is a necessity. Statistically, necessary surgery probably falls in the range of 5% of cases. In another 5% of cases surgery may be appropriate because it saves the patient healing time and time off work, even if it does not affect the eventual overall outcome. This means that in 90+% of back pain cases, surgery is not needed! All surgery has the potential for complications, from pain to numbness to paralysis to death. Think hard about your choices.
      In general, a patient needs surgery when surgery can save his life, repair an injury the patientâs body cannot, or shorten significantly the recovery from an injury or disease. When it comes to the lower back, there are five absolute indications for surgery, but several elective reasons. The absolute indications for surgery are the following:
      1. Cauda equina or conus medullaris syndrome. These situations happen when there is a very large central herniated disc that compresses severely the nerves in the lower spinal cord. Without surgery, the compression would lead to eventual loss of function of those nerves, paralysis of muscles, and/or loss of sensation.
      2. Intractable pain, i.e. unremitting, severe pain.
      3. Progressive neurological deficit, loss of sensation, proprioception, muscle control, etc.
      4. New incontinence or retention, bowel or bladder.
      5. Hemorrhage into the spinal cord.
      The relative indications generally center on the relief of discomfort (less than intractable) and the shortening of recovery time from various problems: herniated disk, compression fractures, etc.
      There are also several types of surgery: open, micro, and minimally invasive. Open takes less time, usually. The surgeon has a better view of the surgical field, but more structures are damaged and recovery is longer. Micro surgery takes longer; the field of view is smaller, but fewer structures are damaged and recovery is shorter. Minimally invasive surgery, in general, takes the longest; is the most difficult; has the narrowest field of view, but the shortest recovery time. There are trade-offs. Get the surgeon to explain them all to you. If he can't or won't, find another surgeon.
      If someone uses the words, laser surgery, he is trying to impress you. Nothing more. Lasers have their place in surgery -- usually cauterizing blood vessels. Very little surgery is done with a laser. A laser produces too much heat. Laser is a buzz word only. And the person using it is a salesman first -- surgeon second. He wants your money; he's not concerned with your best interests.
      Bill Yancey, MD
      whatyourdoctor dot blogspot dot com


      BusyQueen 
      Nice lens. Thanks for visiting my lenses! Really informative. Nicely detailed.
      Keep the back pain lenses coming! :)


      fastbackpainrel 
      This is fantastic information you have here.
      If someone is facing surgery, this is absolutely the best thing - to ensure that they are as prepared as they can be for it.
      I really like particularly that you get them to question the surgery - are there other ways that I can try before I have the surgery. I know that surgery is a trying thing to go through with many possible problems later in life, so it's great to be fully aware of the situation before embarking.
      Keep up the great work!


      TonyPayne
      I had a slipped disc in 1988 and still get back pain as a result, but fortunately these days it's something I have learned to deal with. Usually tasks like gardening or mowing the lawn will set my back off, but a dose of Ibuprofen before I start usually relaxes the muscles enough so that I don't end up in terrible pain.

      anonymous 
      I have had 3 back surgeries in the last 5 years, all L5/S1. Two laminectomys and the final one which was a full discectomy with fusion. All though I am immobile, I still have daily pain and use natural as well as prescription medicine to get through each day. Good lens.


      JillY88 
      Very informative lens. My husband had back surgery about 8 yrs ago, prolapsed disc. He couldn't even walk, it was so bad. He recovered well and doesn't have many problems, only if he over does it on the shovel. Having back pain can tear your life apart. Nice lens.


      nightbear lm 
      An amazing and detailed lens filled with very valid and important information. Well done JasmineAnn. I have struggled with back problems "forever" and I am doing all I can to avoid surgery. But this kind of information is essential. Blessed!

      anonymous
      I am one of those who are battling for back pain. It started when i was just at the age of 15 up to present. It really give me a hard time to sleep , as of now i'm planning to undergo surgery. Anyway thanks for this sort i found t really informative and i learn a lot from it.

      anonymous 
      I am battling for back pain since i was at the age of 17 till present. I do admire this sort it is really informative. i do really learn a lot of it. i will surely share it with my friends. Keep it up


      ArtByLinda
      Very informative lens, I had back surgery a few years ago. Actually I had a micro-diskectomy first, that didn't work and then had a fusion. Back pain can change your entire outlook on life and I am so thankful to have had the surgery work! I wish the best and plenty of pain free days to any of you that are suffering with this.
      Happy Holidays!
      Linda


      BusyQueen
      Thanks for this info, 5*****'s

      What Is Your Experience of Spinal Surgery?

      I know people who would not touch back surgery with a barge pole and I also know people who have had a very successful spinal surgery. My uncle had a very difficult and long recovery from back surgery yet a friend of mine had a wonderful and very successful recovery.

      Each of us is different and there are many mitigating factors. I would appreciate you leaving any comments as to your experiences of spine surgery-positive or negative or somewhere in between- or hints and tips to help others, you are welcome to post here.

      For example
      I have had back surgery and it was a success
      I have had back surgery and it was not a success
      I am considering back surgery
      I have not had back surgery
      I will never agree to back surgery
      For me it will be an option ONLY if all other treatments do not work

      Thank you For Your Visit

      Love to hear your comments and if you have any experience of spine surgery-positive or negative or somewhere in between- or hints and tips to help others, you are welcome to post here.
      I read every comment and appreciate you taking the time.
      Thank you. Gentle Hugs
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