Why Back Pain Often Feels Worse After Sitting
Sitting increases pressure on the spinal discs compared to standing or walking. For people with irritated discs or spinal joints, this pressure can make the back feel stiff or painful when first standing up. One of the most common things patients say when they walk into our office is: “I’m…
Why Didn’t My Epidural Steroid Injection Work?
Epidural steroid injections are one of the most common treatments people try when back pain or sciatica won’t go away. For some people, they provide real relief. But many patients come in saying something like: “It didn’t help at all.” “It helped for a week, then the pain came back.”…
