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damilola

Does Lumbar Scoliosis affect pregnancy and sex?

ASKED by damilola on June 15, 2009 - 3:47am

i have scoliosis in the lumber region of my back and i was wondering if it affects pregnancy and having sex.

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Latest Comment by Anonymous on November 19, 2009 - 9:24pm View Comments
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Ann Butenas Her Writer

Simple Ways to Avoid Back Injuries

Written by Ann Butenas on November 19, 2009 - 9:20am

Back pain is a very common ailment among thousands of people every day. It does not have to rule your life or compromise your way of living if you can learn to employ some simple techniques and measures to avoid the back injuries that contribute to the nagging pain in the first place.

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Latest Comment by Ann Butenas on November 19, 2009 - 6:50pm View Comments
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Ann Butenas Her Writer

Get Back at Chronic Back Pain with Natural Remedies

Written by Ann Butenas on November 17, 2009 - 10:57am

Every now and again, I may feel a slight twinge or sharp pain in my lower back when going about my daily routine, but, fortunately for me, I have never experienced true, chronic back pain. As one who champions natural measures to treat our bodies, I have researched various alternative remedies to treat back pain.

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Latest Comment by Ann Butenas on November 18, 2009 - 9:40am View Comments
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Dr. Norman Marcus

Dr. Norman Marcus: Unnecessary Spinal Surgery Will Cost Billions of Health Care Dollars in 2009

Written by Dr. Norman Marcus on January 6, 2009 - 10:37am

New York – January 6, 2009… During 2009, millions of Americans will undergo unnecessary and costly spinal surgeries and injections or be given mind-altering drugs that fail to eliminate their back pain -- unless their physicians recognize and treat the actual source of most back pain, says pioneering pain specialist, Norman Marcus, M.D.

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Latest Comment by Pat Elliott on October 26, 2009 - 6:00pm View Comments
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Nancy Drew Fan Her Writer

How Emotions Can Impact Back Pain

Written by Nancy Drew Fan on October 16, 2009 - 10:36am

It’s been over 25 years now, but I can still picture it as clear as day: my Dad lying down on the living room floor every single night performing a series of exercises that a local physician told him would strengthen his back and relieve his ongoing back pain.

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Latest Comment by Anonymous on October 17, 2009 - 6:16am View Comments
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Jeanette

VIDEO - HERSTORY: Jeanette Shares When She Began Having Back Problems

October 16, 2009 - 2:31pm

Jeanette introduces herself and recalls when back problems began to negatively affect her life.

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Kate S

VIDEO - HERSTORY: Kate Shares When She Knew She Had A Spinal Problem

October 16, 2009 - 1:42pm

Kate introduces herself, discusses when she first knew she had a problem with her spine and the effect it had on her life.

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Mark Dilworth Her Writer

Top 10 Fat-Burning Ab Exercises For Women

Written by Mark Dilworth on August 18, 2009 - 5:49pm

Fat-burning abdominal exercises are important because all movement begins with the core. It’s important to stabilize and strengthen your core area if you want to avoid painful trunk and trunk-related injuries.

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Latest Comment by Mark Dilworth on September 29, 2009 - 8:22pm View Comments
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Ann Butenas Her Writer

Spinal Fusion: A look at your back to move forward

Written by Ann Butenas on September 22, 2009 - 10:54am

The word “fusion” sounds so scientific, doesn’t it? The dictionary defines “fusion” as the merging of different elements into a union.

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Latest Comment by Leland Vall on September 23, 2009 - 6:13pm View Comments
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Marina Hanes Her Writer

Release Lower Back Pain with Yoga Poses

Written by Marina Hanes on May 15, 2009 - 12:16pm

Causes of Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is often a result of overuse. Even if you don't have an active job or lifestyle, sitting at an office desk for eight hours can put a strain on your muscles.

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Latest Comment by lslassiter on September 23, 2009 - 6:54am View Comments
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VIDEO - HERSTORY: Jeanette Shares If Pain Medication Caused Any Side Effects

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