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Spine Institute
Glendale Adventist Medical Center
1500 E. Chevy Chase Drive, Suite 401B
Glendale, CA 91206
Ph: (818) 863-4444






Spine - Cervical
Spine - General
Spine - Lumbar
Spine - Thoracic

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My dad ended up having back problems after years in the construction business. Now that I'm running the family construction business, I'm worried I might get back pain. Can doctors do some kind of test to see whether I'll have back problems down the road?

Screening for low back problems is not an exact science. Since the readings vary so much, there's no way to say for sure whether you'll end up with problems in the future. Given the heavy work required by your business, you are certainly advised to keep up a well-rounded conditioning program. This should include a balance of strengthening exercises as well as aerobic conditioning to improve your general fitness and strength.


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