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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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I hurt my back at work and used up all my sick leave. I feel perfectly fine now but I'm worried the problem might come back. Does this happen very often or am I home free now?

Musculoskeletal problems, especially back pain are very common among workers. Most people get better on their own and don't even need medical care.

According to a recent study of industrial workers from nine companies about 45 percent sought medical care. Most went to their family doctors. Others saw a physical therapist. A few went to a specialist.

Recurrence rate over a six-month period was fairly high (68 percent). The more severe the symptoms were the first time, the more likely someone was to have recurrence of symptoms.

The study did point out that older women were at greatest risk for these kinds of problems. Workers who had high job strain were also at increased risk for recurring problems. Job strain was defined as low control over the job and poor supervisory support.

Physical activity and exercise is directly linked with the health of your spine. If you aren't on a regular program of activity or exercise, now would be a good time to get started.


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