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Sitting Up Straight Is Not Going to Fix Your Neck

/ Neck & Back Pain, Pain & Recovery

The advice many people with neck pain and nerve symptoms receive, whether from a well-meaning family member, an online article, or even a healthcare provider, is some version of “fix your posture.” Keep your shoulders back. Sit up straight. Stop slouching. For people dealing with neck pain and nerve symptoms, this can be one of […]

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A Pinched Nerve in Your Neck Is Probably Not What You Think It Is

/ Neck & Back Pain, Pain & Recovery

A pinched nerve in the neck, or cervical radiculopathy, isn’t actually a nerve being squeezed like a garden hose. The process is much more complex, and understanding what’s really happening can completely change how you approach recovery. Your cervical spine contains seven vertebrae with soft discs between each bone. Your spinal cord runs through this

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