A herniated disc can pinch a nerve, which causes pain, numbness, or weakness in your lower back and legs. Diagnosing a pinched nerve involves your medical history, a physical exam, and diagnostic ...

Back pain may be common with age and deskbound lives, but when it is accompanied by numbness or weakness, doctors warn it ...

A pinched nerve in your neck can be more than just painful—it can cause tingling, numbness and weakness—plus make it difficult to move your upper body. Thankfully, in most cases, a nerve can be ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — If you have back pain, you are not alone! The CDC says 39% of adults have struggled with it in the last three months. But help is out there! 2 Wants To Know is asking the experts ...

Dr. Steven C. Ludwig answers the question: 'Low Back Pain And Weak Reflexes?' — -- Question: I Have Low Back Pain And Was Told My Reflexes Are Weak. What Does That Mean? Answer: Reflex tests are ...

Lower back and hip pain is common. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 619 million people live with lower back pain and it’s the leading cause of disability worldwide. But ...

CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN PART OF THE STATE FROM THAT CHRISTMAS STORM. WELL, WE CAN HAVE PAIN IN OUR LEGS FROM TIME TO TIME, BUT SEVERE, ONGOING OR OUT OF THE ORDINARY PAIN THAT COULD SIGNAL SOMETHING MORE ...

Jay N. Yepuri, MD, MS, FACG, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and member of the Digestive Health Associates of Texas Board of Directors and Executive Committee. Chronic constipation may cause ...

Lifestyle factors such as regular exercise, sleeping position, lifting correctly, maintaining a moderate weight, and practicing proper posture may all help prevent and relieve lower back pain. People ...

Vertebrogenic pain is a type of chronic (ongoing) pain in your lower back caused by damage to vertebral endplates. An endplate is a layer of bone and cartilage at the top and bottom of each of your ...

Pelvic and lower back pain can occur at the same time for many reasons, ranging from arthritis to infections. If your pain is severe or lasts more than a few days, it’s important to see your doctor.