Orthomedical Blog

• How to measure and wear the belt single Apr 14, 2026 How to measure and wear the belt single - video Please ensure that your belt order measurement is NOT YOUR TROUSERS OR PANTS SIZE, but is the measurement taken with a TAPE MEASURE. Measurement round... Read more
• How long is the spinal cord? Apr 14, 2026 The human spinal cord, part of the central nervous system, is generally around 17 inches long, and extends from the brain to the lower back. Your spinal cord is protected by the vertebral column (also... Read more
• Personal Health Budget Apr 15, 2026 Personal Health Budgets Personal health budgets are being introduced by the NHS to help people manage their care in a way that suits them. They have been piloted in a number of places across England... Read more
• Conservative Treatment for a Cervical Herniated Disc Apr 15, 2026 When the initial pain from a cervical herniated disc hits, anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (e.g. Advil, Nuprin, Motrin) or COX-2 inhibitors (e.g. Celebrex) can help reduce the pain. The... Read more
• 8 Tips to Alleviate Back Pain on Your Road Trips Apr 15, 2026 Spring break is right around the corner, and for many of you that could mean a long car ride to a warm destination. While  road trips can be a great way to save on airfare and see the country,... Read more
• Returning to work Apr 15, 2026 As stated above, in most cases it is preferable to avoid sickness absence when experiencing back pain, however sometimes it is unavoidable and in such cases it is important to work towards as early a return... Read more
• Adjusting your working hours when experiencing back pain Apr 15, 2026 When experiencing back pain you may find it difficult to work your contract hours and may benefit from adjusting them. Many people with back pain find that spending long hours at a desk exacerbates their... Read more
• Manual handling Apr 15, 2026 Your body can cope with many daily stresses and strains, however, there are things you and your employer can do to prevent the stresses and strains at work resulting in back problems, the most important... Read more
• Products to Manage Back Pain Apr 15, 2026 There are numerous products available that can help you manage back pain. Similar to the available treatments, there is not a single product that helps back pain, but by consulting experts, other back... Read more
• Managing back pain Apr 15, 2026 Although prevention of back pain and its reoccurrence ( back pain often comes and goes) is important, managing the pain when it does strike is just as crucial to speeding up your recovery. There are many... Read more
• Preventing back pain Apr 15, 2026 Most people think sitting up straight or lifting from the knees is all they need to do to prevent back pain, however, there is much more you can do to promote good back health. Exercise The most helpful... Read more
• About back pain Apr 15, 2026 Your back consists of numerous bones (vertebrae), muscles, tendons, nerves, ligaments and discs (the 'shock absorbers' between the vertebrae). These together from a very strong, flexible and complex... Read more
• Back care for manual labourers Apr 15, 2026 Back pain is very common; in any given year 40% to 50% of the population experiences it and virtually all of us will be affected by it at some stage in our lives. It costs the healthcare industry and the economy... Read more
• Decompression Principal of SDD Belts Apr 15, 2026 Using air pressure, SDD belts lifts the upper body so that it drastically alleviates the pressure in intervertebral disc and reduces the pressure in nerves. Reduction of pressure makes protruded cartilage... Read more
• Flat feet can cause lower back pain in women Apr 15, 2026 The shape of women's feet may contribute to their risk of lower back pain, says research published in Rheumatology. A large US study of 1,930 women and men found that women who walk with flat feet... Read more