Summary: An AO Spine expert panel published new clinical recommendations in Global Spine Journal on Sept. 22, 2026, concluding that muscle weakness and symptom duration, not imaging alone, should drive the timing of herniated disc surgery. The guidance arrives as long-standing national data show that spine surgery rates in the
The national conversation around student mental health has become impossible to ignore. Colleges and universities across the country have expanded counseling services, increased wellness programming, and invested significant resources into addressing emotional well-being on campus. Yet despite those efforts, many students continue to struggle in ways that often remain invisible
By: Dr. Abbey Jo Shulkin, DAOM, L.Ac. | ReliefNow Laser Boynton Beach | Boynton Beach, Florida Peripheral neuropathy affects an estimated 20 million Americans. For many patients in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and across Palm Beach County, the first-line clinical response is often
By: Dr. Goodman, DC, and Dr. Bradberry, DC | ReliefNow Laser Charlotte | Charlotte, North Carolina Peripheral neuropathy affects an estimated 20 million Americans. For many patients in Charlotte, Pineville, Matthews, Ballantyne, and across Mecklenburg County, the usual first response has been pharmaceutical, often gabapentin or pregabalin aimed at the
While caring for her mother around the clock, Irene Tunanidas learned how invisible caregivers can become, especially when the caregiving finally ends. There are more than 53 million family caregivers in the United States. They are the people who did not apply for the job, did not get trained for
By: K.H. Koehler When a loved one dies at work, families are often left coping with a devastating loss alongside sudden financial concerns. Many people in this situation want to understand, in general terms, how the systems that may apply to these circumstances tend to work and what kinds of
By: Dr. Bruce Mark, DC | Hollywood Laser Pain Center | Hollywood, Florida Peripheral neuropathy affects an estimated 20 million Americans, and for many of those patients, the clinical response has been a prescription for gabapentin or pregabalin that targets the sensation rather than the underlying nerve. Class IV medical-grade
By: Jay Kt When patients hear they may need surgery, the reaction is often immediate and emotional. Many imagine large incisions, extended hospital stays, and weeks of recovery that pull them away from work, family, and daily life. In that moment, the question isn’t only what’s wrong, it’s how it
A team of researchers at Stanford Medicine has identified a single protein that, when blocked, reverses age-related cartilage loss in joints and prevents osteoarthritis from developing after injury. The discovery, published in the journal Science, could fundamentally change how arthritis is treated and may one day make knee and hip
Electro-muscle stimulation (EMS) training, once considered a niche biohacking tool, is rapidly gaining traction in the broader fitness industry, and trainers like Conrad Sanchez are helping lead that shift. Recent mainstream coverage, including a feature in The Wall Street Journal and Elle, signals a turning point for the technology as
By: Jamal Hamama The hair restoration industry has experienced rapid expansion over the past decade. Large corporate chains, national brands, and heavily advertised clinics now dominate online searches and social media feeds. While these organizations have increased awareness of hair transplantation, they have also introduced a high-volume model that differs
After nearly a decade building one of the most unconventional wellness practices in the industry, Carrie has worked with thousands of women across her private coaching program, certified health professionals through her co-developed PFC3 certification, and built the Diet Disruptors podcast into one of Apple’s Top 100 Health and Wellness
By: Elena Mart Dr. Josias Jean-Pierre is an author, motivational speaker, and visionary leader whose work continues to inspire individuals across the globe. Recently named Best Compelling Author of the Year, recognized by Black Leaders Worldwide as one of the Men To Watch in 2025, and featured on the cover
Transforming Lives, One Principle at a Time Since its release, Best Day of My Life by Cole Luis DaSilva has been transforming the lives of readers across the world. The book provides readers with more than motivational content because it shows them specific steps to take. The guide provides step-by-step
By: Health Correspondent As the use of GLP-1 receptor agonist medications expands beyond diabetes treatment into broader weight management, emerging research is raising questions about their long-term impact on nutritional health and muscle mass. These concerns are prompting health experts, including Kumara Sidhartha MD MPH, to call for more comprehensive
The generation gap. It’s a phrase tossed around like a worn frisbee, but what does it really mean? Why do Baby Boomers and Gen Z seem to speak different languages (even if they’re technically texting each other)? This article dives into the generational divide, exploring the stereotypes, the social shifts
By: Randall Thomas For some people, charity is seasonal. For Kenneth W. Bolin, it has been a mission quietly unfolding night after night for more than a decade. While many podcasts chase downloads, sponsorships, and viral clips, Bolin built something entirely different, a digital gathering place dedicated to helping those