Becker's Hospital Review

MRI imaging efficiency rates for back pain, by state

Hawaii had the lowest rate of lumbar spine MRIs performed for lower back pain between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023, according to CMS data released Feb. 19. CMS measures the percentage of lumbar ...
The Mining Journal

UP Health System–Marquette first in U.P. to offer innovative treatment for chronic low back pain

MARQUETTE — UP Health System – Marquette has announced it is the first in the Upper Peninsula to offer an innovative, minimally invasive treatment option for patients suffering from a specific type of ...

Why does chronic back pain make everyday sounds feel harsher? Brain imaging study points to a treatable cause

People with chronic back pain process everyday sounds differently, and more intensely, than people without pain, according to ...
KSL

A low-cost MRI is the perfect way to uncover the cause of nagging pain

This story is sponsored by TaylorMed MRI. Many people experience persistent, nagging pain that just won't go away. If you're in that group, you're probably tired of guessing what's causing it. That's ...
Earth.com

Chronic back pain may change how the brain processes sound

Chronic back pain changes brain responses, making everyday sounds feel more distressing than physical pressure.
Healthline

Finding the Right Doctor for Your Lower Back Pain

If you’re wondering which doctor to consult for lower back pain, you’re not alone. It can be difficult to know where to turn. Doctors and other professionals who might help include orthopedists, ...
Prevention

6 Lower Back and Hip Pain Causes and Treatment Options, According to Experts

Lower back and hip pain is common. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 619 million people live with lower back pain and it’s the leading cause of disability worldwide. But ...