Rush Stories
Spine & Back
Sciatica: What to Do for This Very Common Condition
If you’re experiencing pain, numbness or tingling in your legs, you’re not alone
Spine & Back
Spine Tumor Facts
An expert discusses spine tumors, a rare but serious cause of back pain
Spine & Back
Preventing Back and Neck Pain
Thomas J. McGivney, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Rush Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, discusses important lifestyle changes that can help you prevent back and neck pain.
Spine & Back
What Is Degenerative Disc Disease?
Despite its name, degenerative disc disease isn't a disease, and it doesn't inevitably worsen over time.
Spine & Back
The Power of Good Posture
An expert explains what good posture looks like, and the health benefits of standing and sitting tall
Spine & Back
Scoliosis in Adults
While you may consider scoliosis the stuff of grammar school screenings, it can actually resurface later in life or develop as we age.
Spine & Back
5 Tips for Preventing Back Pain
A specialist at Rush recommends making some simple adjustments