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Stand up for health: Are you at risk for Office Syndrome?

Young exhausted african american male office worker having back discomfort at work desk in office. Fatigued casual businessman feeling back pain after sitting on uncomfortable chair for long hours.

Whether you’re stuck behind a computer all day or caught in meeting after meeting, sitting for extended periods of time can contribute to one of the most common reasons for chronic back pain out there – Office Syndrome. The appropriately termed ailment is a collection of uncomfortable symptoms stemming from the act of sitting at […]

NMC Health Launches Orthopedic Spine, Welcomes Surgeon

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Newton Medical Center (NMC) is excited to announce that orthopedic spine services will now be available on the NMC campus. “Over the past two years, we’ve seen a growth in area patients needing orthopedic spine services,” said Heather Porter, chief clinical officer at NMC. “By introducing this new service at NMC, we hope to improve […]

DocTalk: Injections to Help Manage Low Back Pain

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Back pain is one of the most common medical problems in the U.S. and is the leading cause of job-related disability. It affects nearly 80% of adults at some point in their lifetime. 20% of those experiencing acute pain, defined as lasting a few days to a few weeks, will develop chronic pain within one […]

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