Dr Chetan Patel, MD - Spine University
Dr Chetan Patel, MD - Spine University
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Dr Chetan Patel, MD - Spine University
Dr Chetan Patel, MD - Spine University
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Getting Dressed When You Have A Back Injury
When your back is hurting, even something as simple as putting on pants in the morning can be a trial. Here's how you can get ready for your day while avoiding as much bending and twisting as possible...
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Here's a Squat That's Safe for Your Back
Squats are good for building your core and leg strength, but they can put significant pressure on your spine. Here's an alternative version that protects and strengthens your back muscles.
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Hot and Cold Therapy
Hot and cold therapy can help relieve inflammation and increase the flow of oxygen to your muscles. Here are a few simple instructions to help you get optimal relief.
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Keep Your Spine Healthy With This Strengthening Exercise
The bridge exercise is a simple stretch that's designed to strengthen your back, buttocks and hamstrings and help you avoid future injury.
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Learn Your Sink Stance
Have you ever leaned over the bathroom or kitchen sink and felt a twinge in your lower back? It can easily happen if you don't adopt the proper stance that keeps you from bending awkwardly. Here's the...
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Loosen Your Back by Stretching Your Hamstrings
Here's how to properly stretch your hamstring muscles to reduce back pain and stiffness.
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Lumbar Spondylolthesis
Spondylolisthesis is the shifting of the vertebrae, usually due to arthritis that develops with age. This shifting can pinch the spinal nerves and cause pain. Watch our video to find out more.
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Maintaining Your Balance While Standing Up
Standing up from an armless chair can be a tough thing to do if you've had a back injury or your balance is a little off. Here's how to do it right.