About this episode

Dr. Stephen Cairone discusses common back and spine issues, the impact of posture, and ways to protect back health.

Stephen Cairone, DO, a Trinity Health Mid Atlantic orthopedic surgeon, discusses some of the most common back and spine issues affecting patients today. Dr. Cairone explains how desk work and phone posture affect the spine, shares simple ways to protect back health, and highlights myths, treatments, and advancements in spine care.

Topics covered

• back pain
• posture
• spine health
• orthopedic issues

Keywords

• desk work
• phone posture
• spine care
• myths
• treatments
• advancements

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