Pain makes us a bit self-centered instead
of life-centered which is completely logical and logically
global. People globally suffer
with pain, back pain, neck pain, musculoskeletal pain, a great deal
of which is spine-centered. Fortunately, Ashburn chiropractic
care is locally accessible to help contain as well
as alleviate spine-related pain.
GLOBAL IMPACT OF SPINE AND MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN CONDITIONS
Data from an international study that tracked
spine pain (neck pain and low back pain) patients from 1990 to
2019 found that the “years lived with disabilities,” incidence,
and prevalence of both spine issues rose significantly.
Worldwide, neck pain and low back pain were recorded as
burdening public health significantly, especially
as people get older, being most problematic in middle age and older. Data also pointed out that
these two conditions were more frequent in women and middle-aged
groups and more common in higher socioeconomic indexed
countries. (1) Beyond low back pain, neck
pain, rheumatoid arthritis, or osteoarthritis, the same Global Burden of Disease
Study 2019 conveyed that “other musculoskeletal
disorders” grew by 123.4% from 221 million to 494 million
people from 1990 to 2019. With over 150 different conditions involving
bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and the spine under the umbrella of
“other musculoskeletal disorders,” health loss comprising
death and disability due to musculoskeletal disorders is expected
to continue its growth. From 2020 to 2050, it is expected
to rise by 115% to 1060 million cases. More women are affected
by 47.4% than men. The prevalence of these disorders peaked
between 65 and 69 years of age for both men and women. (2) We at
Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn see all sorts of spine related musculoskeletal
disorders as well as neck and back pain. Studies like these motivate us to stay current with spine research to assist you, our Ashburn
chiropractic patient, in the best possible way.
UNDERSTANDING STANDING AND BACK PAIN
Back pain and neck pain are certainly
two of our most typical painful spinal conditions at Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn…and
standing is a daily requisite! Everyone’s spine is a little
different. How we each stand is a bit different…and that matters!
A new study found that greater variations in lumbar
lordosis (spinal curvature) like upright standing posture with a bit more extension or more noticeable curve
like kyphosis may well impact musculoskeletal response
as far as spinal loading and trunk muscle force. (3) We urge our patients to
think about good posture which can beneficially
affect experiencinggood posture including standing up
straight.
UNDERSTANDING SITTING AND BACK PAIN
And sitting is another activity of daily living
that we all do often without a second thought (until pain makes
us think about it constantly!). In a recent study,
researchers found that unsupported sitting increased
intradiscal pressure by about 30% compared to upright
standing. Intradiscal pressures were higher for sitting than
standing when back angles were less than 20 degrees and higher for
standing than sitting when the angles were more than 20°.
Knowing these types of spinal responses
are critical in the world of occupational health where lumbar
musculoskeletal disorders are a major concern. (4) Your
Ashburn chiropractor works with our clients to keep
them functioning with as little pain as possible!
CONTACT Poulin Chiropractic of Herndon and Ashburn
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Jay Young on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he
illustrates relieving, gentle treatment with The Cox® Technic
System of Spinal Pain Management of acute low back pain due to degenerative
disc disease.
Make your Ashburn chiropractic appointment
now to see us to release the
spine-related pain that is keeping you self-centered and not out
enjoying life.