If you’ve ever been told you have a herniated disc and that your next step might be a cortisone shot - you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common treatment paths people take after a disc problem ...

This story first appeared in Healthy You - November 2025, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication. Surgery to repair a herniated disc was once a procedure that evoked images of long hospital stays ...

Medicare should cover epidural steroid injections to relieve spinal pain caused by certain conditions lasting at least 4 weeks despite other treatment. An epidural steroid injection is a noninvasive ...

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Injury, age and poor posture can all contribute to herniated or bulging discs, which is a common cause of upper and lower back pain. Treatments range from pain management to ...

Your spine’s discs work hard every day, cushioning your vertebrae and supporting movement. Over time or with injury, these discs can bulge or herniate, leading to pain, numbness, or weakness. Knowing ...

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 ...

Back pain is one of the most common health complaints today, especially among people with sedentary lifestyles or physically demanding jobs. While occasional discomfort is not really alarming, ...

One of the most frequent health complaints in contemporary times and in particular among individuals who have sedentary ...