Spine & Back

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Bones and Joints

Preventing Golf Injuries

Sports medicine and spine specialists offer advice for protecting yourself when you hit the links
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Spine & Back

Spinal Cord Injury Breakthrough

Richard Fessler, MD, PhD, is leading a study of a stem cell transplant treatment for spinal cord injury.
Spine & Back

Stem Cell Treatment for Spinal Cord Injury

Richard Fessler, MD, a neurosurgeon at Rush, is studying the effectiveness of a stem cell treatment for paralyzing spinal cord injuries.
Brain Health & Conditions

Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

If you experience any of these symptoms, get medical attention right away
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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.
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Spine & Back

5 Tips for Preventing Back Pain

A specialist at Rush recommends making some simple adjustments
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Spine & Back

Treating Back Pain

Learn about the many ways you can get relief from back pain
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Spine & Back

5 Facts About Whiplash

Why it's essential to get checked out if you suffer a whiplash injury.
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Spine & Back

5 Spinal Fusion Facts

Compared to just a decade ago, spinal fusions today often involve far less trauma to patients
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Spine & Back

Spine Tumor Facts

An expert discusses spine tumors, a rare but serious cause of back pain
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