Back pain usually comes from compression of the spine, according to physical therapist Dr. Casey Coleman. He said exercises that strengthen muscles supporting the back can help decompress the spine.

Compression fracture treatments can be surgical or nonsurgical, depending on the severity of the injury. A compression fracture typically occurs in the vertebrae (bones of the spine) and can reduce ...

In The Physio Fix, a physiotherapist from the Singapore General Hospital shares practical exercises to improve mobility, and ease aches and pains. While planning this Physio Fix series, my colleagues ...

Credit: Getty Images. By 2030, the number of adults with osteoporosis or low bone mass is estimated to increase by more than 30%, to 71 million. The Conversation — Because there are typically no ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My mom had a compression fracture to her L2 vertebrae due to osteoporosis. Her head leans forward constantly. It has created difficulty for her when looking forward while walking and ...