Back, Neck, and Spine Conditions

Rib Pain and Dysfunction: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Rib pain can be sharp, nagging, or even feel like it’s affecting your breathing. It’s often overlooked but can significantly limit daily activities, especially with twisting, deep breathing, or lifting. Rib dysfunction—whether due to joint irritation, muscular strain, or poor mobility—can be effectively managed with a team-based…

Spondylolisthesis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Spondylolisthesis is a spinal condition where one vertebra slips forward over the one beneath it, most commonly in the lower back. This condition can range from mild to severe and may cause pain, stiffness, or nerve-related symptoms. With the right rehabilitation and support, many people with spondylolisthesis are able to…

Herniated Disc: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment A herniated disc—sometimes called a “slipped” or “ruptured” disc—is one of the most common causes of back and leg pain. While the term can sound serious, many people recover well with the right combination of education, movement, and rehabilitation. If you’re experiencing back pain that radiates into the leg…

Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Sciatica is a common condition that affects the sciatic nerve—the largest nerve in the body. When this nerve becomes irritated or compressed, it can lead to pain that radiates down the lower back, buttock, and leg. It’s often misunderstood, but with the right treatment and education, most people with sciatica…