If you spend most of your workday sitting, your office chair is more than just a piece of furniture, it’s a crucial part of your spinal health. As spine surgeon Dr. Ehsan Jazini of VSI explains to Forbes in a recent feature, “A poorly designed office chair encourages poor posture, which adds up over time.”…
If you think migraines are just headaches, think again. In this episode of the Get Back to Your Life® podcast, neurologist Dr. Ella Akkerman breaks down the debilitating nature of migraines and why it’s time we take them seriously. “Migraines are not just bad headaches. They’re disabling, life-changing. And so do not sit in silence…
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month (#MHAM) which is an important time to raise awareness of these debilitating and chronic headaches that affect millions of Americans. As a board-certified neurologist providing concierge care for neck and back conditions, chronic pain and headache disorders are one of my specialties and what I find in…
Perimenopause isn’t just hot flashes and mood swings. Much how your period can cause back pain, fluctuating hormones can cause aches and even migraines. Declining estrogen affects bones, discs, muscles, and even how the brain processes pain, making back pain and neck pain more common and often more intense. At VSI, our specialists translate cutting-edge…
Why Adults Need Tummy Time If you have a child, you are likely no stranger to the term “tummy time.” However, this simple hack turned trend has gained traction as a way for adults to improve posture and reverse tech neck. For those new to this phrase, essentially, it involves spending time on your stomach,…
In this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode of the VSI Get Back to Your Life® podcast, two VSI physicians share a compelling discussion on the deep connection between emotional well-being and physical pain. Dr. Ella Akkerman, a neurologist at VSI, brings her expertise in the brain and mental health to this conversation while Dr….
Many new mothers still feel like they have a big hole in their abdomen or even begin to develop back pain. I am here to arm you with some simple tips to protect your back and restore your form to be “mommy strong” again!
In a feature during Women’s Health Month, AP News asked Dr. Yash Mehta, Interventional Spine & Sports Medicine doctor at VSI, tips on how to find the best walking shoes for women. Here are some key takeaways: Support & Comfort Are Key The goal of a good walking shoe is to provide support and comfort….
As we wrap up Stress Awareness Month, let’s talk about something that surprises many of my patients: stress can actually cause physical pain. I see it all the time in my practice. I’ve had plenty of patients come in with back pain, jaw tightness, or digestive issues, and when we really dig in, a common…
Traveling to exciting destinations for spring break should be a relaxing experience, not a painful one. However, long flights and road trips can quickly turn into a backache if you’re not careful. Airplane seats often lack proper lumbar support and promote a slouched, “C” shaped posture that can put stress on your spine. Long hours…
