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Gerald M. Silverman

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If I have an injury is it better to use ice or heat?

Heat and swelling are the other two physical effects of acute injury. In keeping with good common... Full Answer

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How should I treat recurring neck and back pain?

When a flare-up occurs don't get discouraged because that will only work against you. Your back... Full Answer

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How should I deal with a recurrence of neck and back pain after treatment?

After you have done everything you should do (targeted massage, range of motion exercises,... Full Answer

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How can I support my neck while sleeping?

It is essential to properly support your neck at night. The key to relieving neck strain is to... Full Answer

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Why do I have back pain after sleeping on my stomach?

When there is no acute neck or back pain, you can sleep in almost any comfortable position.... Full Answer

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What position should I sleep in if I have neck and back pain?

One major complaint is from patients who frequently wake up in the morning with neck or lower... Full Answer

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How can I prevent neck pain when I stay still for a long time?

A common complaint relates to neck pain caused by prolonged positioning, most often from using... Full Answer

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How can I prevent back pain when I sit for a long time?

Many people with back pain have jobs that require prolonged sitting. In most cases, these... Full Answer

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How can I prevent back pain when I stand for a long time?

One of the most common complaints I hear from people with lower back pain is that they get... Full Answer

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Why should I have good posture while sitting or standing?

Maintaining good posture is especially important when you are going to be in the same position... Full Answer

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How does posture affect the spine?

Posture and positioning are important factors you must pay attention to when it comes to spinal... Full Answer

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How can I exercise my spine?

Regardless of what you may have heard, it doesn't really matter what exercise you do, as long... Full Answer

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How can exercise help my spine?

The single most important task of good spinal hygiene is regular exercise, which removes waste... Full Answer

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How can I manage chronic pain caused by my job?

Every self-investigation (looking at your entire lifestyle for clues as to why you might be in... Full Answer

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How can exercise contribute to chronic neck and back pain?

Investigating the source of your pain may take you right to the core of what you most love to... Full Answer

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