Back & Neck
Beating Back & Neck Pain
The spinal column is the master control system of the body.
Together, the neck, upper back, and lower back form a complex system of muscles, tendons, small joints, bones and nerves. With so many different parts doing so much work, things can sometimes go wrong—and when they do, the first signal is pain.
More than 80% of adults experience significant back or neck pain during their lifetime. The good news is that many treatment options are available. Depending on your condition, many of these treatments can be conservative. But, sometimes surgery, including many minimally invasive treatments, offer the most effective path back to an active and pain-free lifestyle.
Recent Posts
June 19, 2020
Staying Active While Still Staying Safe
The COVID-19 pandemic has made remaining fit and active a major challenge for many. Even as gyms and fitness centers reopen in Ohio, you might not feel comfortable exercising inside around other people. It can be easy to lose motivation and stay with ...continue reading
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June 15, 2020
We Can Help If Pain Returns After Back Surgery
With today’s technology and minimally invasive procedures, spine surgery is a viable option for the 16 million Americans experiencing chronic back pain. However, even with advanced techniques, an estimated 10 to 30 percent of patients continue to exp ...continue reading
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May 27, 2020
Providing a Safe Place to Receive Care: A Letter from Janice G. Murphy, MSN, FACHE, president & CEO
With your health as our priority, we assure you that St. Vincent Charity Medical Center facilities provide a safe place for you to receive care. Your health and that of your loved ones is too important to postpone regular preventative care, diagnosti ...continue reading
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March 10, 2020
15 years after degenerated disc removal, patient keeps unfilled pain prescription in frame
Veronica Ringholz’s journey began with a car accident in 2004. While she felt fine after the accident, months later she began passing out and losing strength in her arms and hands. The young, single parent struggled with daily activities at home to c ...continue reading
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