Illustration: Anne Asher 2007Licensed to About.com Tai Chi an an ancient system of movement based in Taoist (prounounced "dow-ist") philosphy from the east. It began in 12th century China as ... Read More

Chronic pain does not behave according to the same rules as acute pain. For many people who suffer with chronic back or neck pain, finding out what is wrong ... Read More

Drawing: Bernardino Genga Once exclusive to the realm of Pilates, core strengthening exercise is now found in nearly every gym, clinic, and fitness DVD catalogue. It comes in many flavors, ... Read More

Photo: Doug Pensinger/Getty Images Much of the country is enjoying an "Indian Summer" this week. Indian summer reminds me of what I need to do during the approaching fall and ... Read More

Photo: Berdo Each year, the American Massage Therapy Association does a survey to find out why people seek the services of massage therapists. In 2006, the results of the ... Read More

When you go to the doctor to get a diagnosis for your back or neck pain, whether you realize it or not, she is taking your age into consideration. ... Read More

Illustration: ADAM Spinal stenosis is a general term referring to the narrowing of spaces in the vertebral column. It especially affects middle-aged and elderly people whose spines change with age. ... Read More

The spine has natural curves that help balance you upright as you sit, stand, walk or otherwise move. The vertebral column sometimes develops exaggerated or deformed curves, resulting in ... Read More

Photo: Anne Asher 2007Licensed to About.com Many people find gardening to be not only relaxing and personally fulfilling, but healing as well. But if back pain is getting in your ... Read More

Photo: George M. Bosela There are many ways to skin a cat. But when you have ferocious back or neck pain, chances are you've already tried a lot of treatments. ... Read More

Photo: Barry Stone Hot off the presses is my new intermediate yoga for back pain e-course. This new course addresses spinal flexibility and includes substantial information on common back injuries ... Read More

The spectrum of neck injuries ranges from simple muscle spasms and strains to devastating, life-changing spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injury is caused by a broken neck or back, ... Read More

Illustration: (c) Anne Asher 2006 Licensed to About.com Like sciatica, pain down the arms can be caused by a bulging or herniated disk. Unlike sciatica, pain down the arms, if it ... Read More

The back to school season is associated with the risk for meningitis because of an associated rise in intimate behaviors. It pays to be aware of facts about meningitis ... Read More

Illustration: (c) Anne Asher 2007 Licensed to About.com With the Labor Day holiday passed, it is time to start thinking about how to take breaks from work! Experts recommend ... Read More

Illustration: (c) Anne Asher 2007 Licensed to About.com If you have had or will be having lumbar disk surgery for the first time, chances are, your physician will refer you to ... Read More

Illustration: (c) Anne Asher 2007 Licensed to About.com If you experience neck pain, back strain or similar problems, look to your lifestyle. Here are 10 Tips for Preventing Back Pain ... Read More

(c) Anne Asher 2007 Licensed to About.com If you sleep in a curled up position, chances are you wake up feeling like your spine has been compressed. Here is a picture ... Read More

Photo: Barry Stone If you do yoga for back pain, you are likely to encounter forward bends. Forward bends are part of the standing pose series. They can be ... Read More