Back and Spine

Back and Spine; Patient Stories

‘Dr. Elias saved my life’: 11-hour surgery removes dangerous, rare spinal tumor

Elias Elias, M.D.

December 3, 2024

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Twirl, interrupted: Ballroom dancer finds graceful way to overcome chronic back pain

February 28, 2023

Transverse myelitis: When inflammation damages the spinal cord ‘wiring’

January 26, 2023

‘Tech neck’ epidemic: How to treat the rise in chronic neck pain

January 18, 2023

Solving the back pain puzzle, one spine area at a time

July 20, 2022

New Intracept procedure provides lasting relief for chronic low-back pain

June 27, 2022

5 signs your back pain might be an emergency

Severe back pain might be a sign of a more serious underlying medical emergency. In this week’s MedBlog, UT Southwestern discusses five symptoms that should indicate seeing a doctor right away. Read more.

Douglas Dickson, M.D.
Kavita Trivedi, D.O.

July 3, 2019

Back and Spine

7 natural supplements that might relieve back, joint, and muscle pain

Comprehensive back pain management combines complementary and modern medicine. From turmeric and omega-3s to tai chi and traditional exercise, learn which options might help reduce pain and inflammation.

Renee Enriquez, M.D.

October 7, 2021

Back and Spine; Brain

Easy tips to relieve stress-related neck and back pain

Stress is a commonly overlooked cause of spine pain. From the neck to the lower back, stress can cause aches and pains that affect your ability to work, play, and relax. In this MedBlog, find easy tips to overcome and prevent back pain. Learn more.

Kavita Trivedi, D.O.

March 20, 2019

Back and Spine; Prevention

Golfer’s guide: 5 ways to avoid back pain

Don’t let back pain short-side your golf game. UT Southwestern offers five tips for golfers to avoid back pain and serious spine injuries related to the sport. Learn more.

May 13, 2021

Back and Spine; Orthopaedics and Rehab

Just 10 percent of back pain requires surgery – and minimally invasive procedures work for many

Expert spine care at UT Southwestern: Learn from UT Southwestern about nonsurgical solutions for back pain and the benefits of minimally invasive procedures.