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How proactive physical therapy can improve pregnancy and postpartum care

Physical therapy can help reduce or prevent pregnancy-related aches and pains, especially for patients with activity restrictions. See how UT Southwestern is ramping up our acute PT offerings for pregnant patients.

Shivani Patel, M.D.

April 25, 2023

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

Video: Kathleen Cunningham was a competitive ballroom dancer who was sidelined by acute back pain – until she went to UT Southwestern Spine Center for comprehensive care.

February 28, 2023

How shockwave therapy helps heal sports and overuse injuries

Stubborn tendonitis or sports injury? See how ESWT – extracorporeal shockwave therapy – can cure chronic conditions such as plantar fasciitis without surgery.

Blair Manning, M.D.

August 4, 2022

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

Back pain doesn’t always indicate a problem with the spine – it can start from a variety of sources. UT Southwestern specialists Drs. Carlos Bagley and Kavita Trivedi explore what can cause upper and lower back pain and how to find relief.

Kavita Trivedi, D.O.

July 20, 2022

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

Working at home can be a pain in the neck and back

Working from home can be a pain in the neck, back, and shoulders. Try these simple ergonomic tips and stretches to make your home office work for you.

Kavita Trivedi, D.O.

June 5, 2020

Got a bad back? Exercise could be the key to relieving pain

Spinal disc degeneration is common with age, but back pain doesn’t have to be. Find out how exercise can help prevent and alleviate back pain naturally – and know when it's time to see a doctor. Learn more.

January 16, 2020

Why the location of back pain is only part of the diagnosis

We often think of spine pain in terms of neck pain, upper back pain, or lower back pain. But there’s much more beyond the location that matters. Ankit Patel, M.D., discusses several other important factors to consider, as well as how to avoid recurrent back pain.

Ankit Patel, M.D.

September 5, 2019

Unraveling the mystery – and misery – of frozen shoulder

Frozen shoulder is a mysterious, miserable condition we face as we age. When sleepless, painful nights began to affect Tim Rogers’ work as editor of D Magazine, he sought help from Michael Khazzam, M.D., and potentially cut his recovery time by 75%. Learn more.

Michael Khazzam, M.D.

August 14, 2019

Nerve stimulation study offers hope for women with fecal incontinence

Millions of women experience fecal incontinence – debilitating bowel leakage – with limited treatment options. Until now. PTNS, an innovative nerve therapy, might be a game-changer, and it’s only available through this clinical trial. Learn more.

David Rahn, M.D.

August 8, 2019

Adult scoliosis can be a pain in the back and legs

Adult scoliosis can cause low-back pain, but it’s often leg pain or sciatica that drives patients to the Spine Center. In this week’s blog, find out how scoliosis can affect the legs and back and how many patients can overcome symptoms without surgery.

August 1, 2019

5 exercises and techniques to train for childbirth

Pregnancy, labor, and delivery is like a marathon. It requires training. Our physical therapists discuss exercises to prepare the body.

August 23, 2016