Neck Pain or Shoulder Pain? How to Tell the Difference
If you have pain around your neck, shoulder blade, or upper arm, it can be hard to tell where the problem is actually coming from. That confusion is common. In many cases, what feels like shoulder pain may really be coming from the neck. A pinched nerve in the cervical spine can send pain into the shoulder, down the arm, and even into the hand. One important clue is where the pain travels. Shoulder problems often cause pain in the outside or front of the shoulder and may be w
SI Joint Pain vs Low Back Pain: How to Tell the Difference
The SI joints connect the pelvis to the lower spine and help transfer weight between the upper body and legs. Dysfunction or inflammation in this area can create pain patterns that closely mimic disc or spinal problems, making accurate diagnosis a real challenge. Common SI Joint Pain Symptoms SI joint dysfunction can present in a variety of ways. Common symptoms include: • Pain near the beltline • Buttock pain • One-sided low back pain • Pain when rolling
What Is Sciatica?
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Sciatica is one of the most common causes of leg pain... but it's a symptom, not a diagnosis. Here's what you need to know. Many people use the word sciatica as if it were a diagnosis but it's more accurately a symptom pattern. Sciatica refers to pain, numbness, or tingling that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower spine through your buttocks and down each leg. When this nerve becomes irritated or co