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By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine Institute Medically reviewed on December 24, 2025 Medical disclaimer: This content…

Your doctor says your back pain is due to poor posture. Your chiropractor blames weak core muscles. Your physical therapist…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on December 22, 2025 Medical disclaimer: This content is…

Reviewed by Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on December 18, 2025 Medical disclaimer: This content…

Your herniated disc has stolen months of your life. Physical therapy didn’t work – twelve weeks of exercises that left…

Reviewed by Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD Board-Certified Neurosurgeon, Deuk Spine InstituteMedically reviewed on December 17, 2025 Medical disclaimer: This content…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD – Board Certified Neurosurgeon As the temperature drops, many people start to notice familiar aches…

By Dr. Ara Deukmedjian, MD – Board Certified Neurosurgeon Disc problems, such as bulging and herniated discs, are common causes…

Understanding Sports-Related Spine Injuries and Their Causes When Tiger Woods made his dramatic return to professional golf following multiple lumbar…

Canal Stenosis If you have canal stenosis, you’re probably dealing with pain, numbness, or weakness that makes everyday activities difficult….

In the United States, nearly 65 million people report suffering from chronic back pain, with millions more experiencing chronic neck…

Many people living with chronic back pain (or caring for loved ones who are) misunderstand what modern pain management really…