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4 Proven Ways Walking Benefits Brain Health
Walking is a relatively easy exercise to perform, and it can be tailored to suit all individuals, regardless of their age or mobility level. This form of exercise is excellent for brain health in various ways, including enhancing cognitive function and reducing the risk of age-related brain diseases.
Managing chronic back pain
There are many possible causes of chronic back pain. Besides an injury, common ones include fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease, spondylitis (inflammatory arthritis of the spine), vertebral compression fractures caused by osteoporosis, and spinal stenosis. Your treatment path for these conditions can vary. For all of them, however, you’ll most likely begin with conservative approaches to address the pain, typically over-the-counter pain relievers and physical therapy.
MRI-based evaluation system accurately quantifies paraspinal muscle atrophy and nerve root injury severity
A noninvasive MRI technique that measures volumetric changes in paraspinal muscles could transform how doctors assess nerve damage in the cervical spine, which helps guide more precise treatment decisions and potentially speed recovery for patients suffering from either sudden trauma or gradual degeneration.
What to know about exercises for spinal stenosis
Certain exercises can help individuals with spinal stenosis improve their strength and maintain mobility. Examples include knee hugs, pelvic tilts, hip bridges, calf stretches, and more.