6 surprising things that are hurting your back — they may seem minor but can cause irreversible damage

6 surprising things that are hurting your back — they may seem minor but can cause irreversible damage

It’s quite disc-ouraging, really. Most Americans will experience back pain at some point — and many times it’s not a result of injury or illness. Seemingly simple, everyday tasks can cause or exacerbate back pain by placing undue stress on the spine and surrounding muscles. “We are seeing many patients present with pain after/during activities … Read more

Eye injuries surge following solar eclipse: ‘Damage can be irreversible’

Eye injuries surge following solar eclipse: ‘Damage can be irreversible’

Immediately after Monday’s solar eclipse, the number of people searching Google for eye-related injuries jumped while one doctor in New York City says she treated a surge of patients with eye pain. “I had several patients come in panicking saying ‘I don’t want to go blind,’” Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a New York City-based double board-certified doctor … Read more