Physical therapists or PT's are healthcare professionals that help treat/rehabilitate patients of all ages with various types of injuries. Personal… Read More
The upper back, known as the thoracic spine, is the area between the neck and lower back. Stiffness, muscle spasms,… Read More
A Normal Spinal Column & Flatback Syndrome Looking at someone straight on the spine should be straight. Looking at someone… Read More
Tailbone pain begins in the coccyx, which is located at the bottom of the spine's sacrum. Coccydynia (kÅk′sÄ-dÄn′ē-É™)  is the… Read More
A look at what a stinger or burner injury is and what they can do to the neck and shoulders.… Read More
Plantar Fasciitis means that there is inflammation of the tissue in the foot/feet and around 2 million Americans have it.… Read More
Dr. John Coppola and Dr. Valerie Monteiro know the symptoms associated with peripheral neuropathy. Since many health professionals clarify peripheral… Read More
After a car accident, you may notice neck pain. It could be a slight soreness that you think is nothing… Read More
The discs that cushion the vertebrae are made up of a tough outer layer and a softer inner layer. When… Read More
When the weather begins to change and that cold feeling starts to creep into the bones, especially down the back.… Read More
There are those that can predict approaching storms, and weather change based on the way, their joints behave. Similarly, individuals… Read More
Aging affects the entire body, which includes the spine, neck and shoulders, upper back, and arms. It does not mean… Read More
Many patients with peripheral neuropathy often believe that their painful symptoms are irreversible or permanent. However, Dr. John Coppola and… Read More
Back and low back pain can strike without warning. It can come from bending over or lifting something and then… Read More
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is known to cause low back pain, but diagnosing can be hard for some doctors. Especially those… Read More
State of Texas Office of the Governor As far too many Americans and Texans know, chronic pain remains a… Read More
Sciatica doesn’t have to prevent you from being able to travel. Sometimes a journey can create a series of challenges… Read More
Myofascial syndrome, what is it? You're probably thinking I don't have that, but more than likely, you have. Myo means… Read More
Cervical radiculopathy happens when a pinched nerve in the neck (cervical spine) causes pain. Radicular pain can extend beyond the… Read More