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November 14, 2023 | Art Young

Spine Health Tip: How to Deal with Acute and Chronic Back Pain

Learn tips on managing acute and chronic back pain with expert insights from Texas Back Institute. Learn the crucial differences, risk factors, and effective treatment approaches for a healthier spine. Discover when to seek professional help and gain valuable tips during Spine Health Awareness Month.

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November 1, 2023 | Art Young

The World Series Is on the Line: What the Back Injuries of Two Texas Rangers Players Mean for You

Discover how back injuries to Texas Rangers’ Adolis Garcia and Max Scherzer have impacted the World Series, while gaining insights from a spine surgeon on the causes and treatments of such injuries.

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July 29, 2021 | Phillip Slaughter

Core Strength For Your Spine Health

Did you know if done incorrectly, sit-ups could hurt your spine? Dr. Michael Duffy, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Texas Back Institute, talks about sit-ups, planks, side blanks, balance balls, and other core strengthening dos and don’ts. “When it comes to sit-ups in general, it’s really important that you have a…

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July 16, 2021 | Texas Back Institute

The Tour de France Has Us Thinking About Cycling

The annual Tour de France is nearing what the French cycling fans might call its denouement. Cycling biggest event started on July 1st  and continues through July 25th  covering 3,663 kilometers. It’s been a tough ride for many of these athletes. With a number of injuries, one wonders about the physical…

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February 5, 2020 | Texas Back Institute

Protect Your Spine During Swimming and Diving This Summer

In the warm weather months, more than just fish are jumping. People are diving and swimming in the ocean, lakes, and pools and, when proper safety practices are not used, accidents can happen. Injuries to the neck and back occur with great regularity every summer and the spine specialists at…

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February 5, 2020 | Texas Back Institute

Backpack Safety for your Children

Is your child complaining of back pain? If your son or daughter is carrying too many books, supplies and other things around all day in a backpack, that could be the source of the problem. The reason is simple: heavy backpacks, especially if they are carried improperly, can do damage…

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February 4, 2020 | Texas Back Institute

Choosing the Spine Surgeon Who Is Right for You

Choosing the Spine Surgeon Who Is Right for You. Dr. Scott Blumenthal was the first Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in the US to perform an Artificial Disc Replacement (ADR) surgery. To learn more, Call 1-800-247-2225 to Book an Appointment Now!

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September 13, 2019 | Texas Back Institute

Orthopedics This Week

We are very proud to be Texas Back Institute especially this week!  On a day to day basis each member of our team makes a difference in our patients lives.  It can be something as small as reassuring a patient that their injury should heal on it’s own in time or…

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September 13, 2019 | Texas Back Institute

Dr. Belanger Brings his Expertise in Spine Care to Ethiopia

Dr. Ted Belanger, one of Texas Back Institute’s orthopedic spine surgeons, is currently in Ethiopia where his is treating patients suffering from spinal conditions. Dr. Belanger will be sharing stories with us throughout his trip. Below is his first blog entry! Day 1: 3/18/2013 Arrived safe and sound this morning…

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June 11, 2019 | Texas Back Institute

5 Mistakes Men Make About Back Safety

Men taking charge is nothing new in most situations.  At work, at the gym, on the sports field or even when a little spider invades the kitchen.  When it comes to their back health and safety men can be known for being a little lackadaisical. Dr. Ted Belanger, an orthopedic…

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