Back pain is a common problem that causes discomfort in the spine area. It can happen from muscle strain, joint or bone issues, or pressure on the nerves.

Neck pain is a common condition that causes stiffness, soreness, or discomfort in the neck area. It can result from muscle strain, poor posture, or problems with the joints, discs, or nerves.

Sciatica is pain that spreads along the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down the legs. It often feels like sharp, burning, or shooting pain and may be caused by pressure on a spinal nerve.

Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves sideways in an “S” or “C” shape. It can cause uneven shoulders, hips, or posture, and sometimes leads to back pain.

A spinal fracture is a break or crack in one of the bones of the spine. It can happen from accidents, falls, or conditions that weaken the bones, like osteoporosis. Symptoms may include sudden back pain, difficulty moving, or nerve problems.

Spinal instability happens when the bones, discs, or ligaments in the spine cannot keep it properly aligned during movement. This can lead to back or neck pain or nerve symptoms like numbness or weakness.

Spondylolysis is a small crack or stress fracture in one of the bones of the spine, usually in the lower back. It often develops from repeated strain or overuse and is more common in young athletes. Symptoms may include lower back pain that worsens with activity

Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spaces in the spine become too narrow, putting pressure on the nerves. It often causes pain, numbness, or weakness in the back, legs, or arms, and symptoms may get worse when standing or walking.

Radiculopathy is a condition that occurs when a nerve in the spine is irritated or compressed. This can cause pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that travels from the spine down the arm or leg, depending on which nerve is affected. It is often caused by a herniated disc, bone spurs, or spinal narrowing.

Disc herniation happens when the soft, jelly-like center of a spinal disc pushes out through its outer layer. This can irritate nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the back, arms, or legs, depending on the location of the disc.

Degenerative Disc Disease is a condition where the spinal discs, which act as cushions between the bones of the spine, gradually wear down over time. This can lead to back or neck pain, stiffness, or discomfort that may come and go.

Spine arthritis is a condition where the joints in the spine become worn or inflamed, causing pain, stiffness, or reduced flexibility in the back or neck.

A work injury is any medical condition, accident, or illness that happens as a direct result of your job duties or workplace environment. In Massachusetts, these injuries are covered under the Massachusetts Workers’ Compensation system, which provides medical treatment, lost wage benefits, and rehabilitation support for injured employees.

A herniated disc in the lower back happens when the soft cushion between the bones of your spine (vertebrae) pushes out through its outer layer. This can irritate nearby nerves, causing back pain, leg pain, numbness, or tingling.

Lumbar radiculopathy, often called “sciatica,” occurs when a nerve in the lower back is pinched or irritated. This can cause pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that radiates from the lower back down the leg.

Lumbar spinal stenosis happens when the space around the nerves in the lower back becomes narrow, putting pressure on the nerves. This can cause back pain, leg pain, numbness, or difficulty walking.

Degenerative disc disease in the lower back happens when the discs between the spine bones gradually wear down over time. This can cause lower back pain, stiffness, or discomfort that may worsen with activity.

A cervical herniated disc occurs when the soft cushion between the neck bones (vertebrae) pushes out through its outer layer, pressing on nearby nerves. This can cause neck pain, arm pain, numbness, or tingling.

Cervical degenerative disc disease happens when the discs in the neck gradually wear down over time. This can cause neck pain, stiffness, or pain that radiates into the shoulders or arms.

Cervical spinal stenosis occurs when the space around the nerves in the neck becomes narrow, putting pressure on the nerves. This can cause neck pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms or hands.

Cervical radiculopathy happens when a nerve in the neck is compressed or irritated, often causing neck pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness that can travel into the shoulder, arm, or hand.

Cervical myelopathy occurs when the spinal cord in the neck is compressed, which can lead to neck pain, weakness, balance problems, or difficulty with hand coordination.