Notes from the clinic
The Journal
Practical reading on backs, necks, posture, golf and everyday health, from Bay Area Spine Care.
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A Spine Under Pressure calls for Decompression Therapy
From the word go, our spines are put under the ever-present downward force of gravity For the first 20 years of life, most people enjoy a spine that is resilient to the compression of daily life- whether it be from gravity, poor posture, or something like the trauma imparted by sports. But how many of…
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Protecting your Runner’s High by Preventing Running Injuries
As many as 1 in 2 runners will suffer a sport-related injury every year. For a seemingly innocuous activity, running causes its fair share of pain. There is a misconception that running is a low-impact sport; and while the trauma you sustain may not be the same as say repeated direct tackles in football, there…
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Musculoskeletal Health: The Difference Between Ligaments and Tendons
Ligaments and tendons are essential for movement And while they each serve a different role, they are made of the same material (dense layers of connective tissue), and they combine to help you perform all essential movements. Here’s how: Ligaments attach bone to bone Tendons attach muscle to bone Ligaments allow for the proper articulation…
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Circulation is Vitality: We Need More of It
Is your lifestyle contributing to good circulation? Movement makes your blood flow. When you just get up from your chair, go for a walk, or stretch; when you work out aerobically, lift weights, or go for endurance; your body responds by increasing blood circulation. As your blood flows through your body, it brings nutrients and…
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Stretching Before Bed Helps you Fall Asleep
What is stopping you from sleeping? Your bed is beckoning but once you are safely under the covers you find it hard to switch off and fall asleep? Join the ranks of Americans who find that their non-stop lifestyle leaves them spun out at the end of the day, tossing and turning with anxiety rather…
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Why Do I Want An Aligned Spine?
Spinal alignment is important for physical and mental wellness Good spinal alignment is more than just a buzz-worthy topic: 21st century lifestyles are putting spines under more pressure than ever before. With cell phones, forward head posture, sedentary jobs and recreation, it’s no wonder that we are seeing more people than ever (and younger than ever)…
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Musculoskeletal Medicine is Proven Pain Relief
What is musculoskeletal medicine? Musculoskeletal medicine is a branch of healthcare that seeks to examine, diagnose and treat disorders related to the movement of the human body in order to improve our relationship with pain and help us lead a better life. Back and neck pain, discomfort in the muscles and joints of the back,…
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Justin M.
Comment: Dr. Basco returned my call immediately and scheduled me for my appt that same day. He offers spinal decompression and takes multiple insurance plans. I feel very fortunate that he is in Alameda!
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Sherry S.
Lower back pain which radiated down my leg….I went to my acupunturist last week, and had some relief for a short time. Saw Dr. Basco’s advertisement on Groupon, called him and went right in yesterday afternoon. Loved the spinal decompression equipment, and then had an adjustment. He is such a lovely gentle man, and very…
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Working Postures That Increase Musculoskeletal Pain Risk.
Among a sample of 789 workers across a variety of industries, researchers found prolonged exposure to awkward postures could increase an individual’s risk of developing a musculoskeletal (MSK) condition. These postures include: kneeling/crouching (low-back pain), neck flexion and rotation (neck pain), trunk flexion (low-back pain), and arm elevation (neck and shoulder pain). Future studies aim…