Cycling can be a useful low-impact activity for some people with lower back pain, but it can aggravate symptoms when the riding position, bike fit, training load, or underlying condition is not well tolerated. The key question is not whether cycling is universally good or bad. It is whether your…
Aug 09
Apr 10
(Spokane, WA) Opioid addiction is an epidemic and has become one of the biggest healthcare challenges facing America. The over-utilization of pain medications has become rampant. Dangerous opioid medications, risky epidural spinal injections, and even often unnecessary back surgeries have affected so many individuals’ quality of life. Back pain conditions…
Apr 20
Spokane, WA) Local doctor Dr. Scott P. Maystrovich was recently recognized by the International Medical Advisory Board on Spinal Decompression. This advanced training and presentation took place at the National Spinal Disc Disorders training facilities in North Palm Beach, Florida. The certification was presented by the Co-Chairman of the International…
Aug 11
Stress is something we’ve all dealt with at some point. Once it shows up, it tends to stick around. It drains our mood and makes it tough to enjoy even the best parts of our lives. If stress has gotten the best of you, there are easy ways to feel…
Aug 11
Dealing with diabetic neuropathy can be difficult—both physically and mentally. The chronic nerve pain can make everyday movement uncomfortable and take a toll on your motivation. Thankfully, there are several ways to help manage diabetic neuropathy. Most doctors suggest a combination of clinical care and home-based strategies to keep the…


