It started subtly — a slight ache in my lower back after indulging in my favorite spicy ramen. I brushed it off, but the pattern kept repeating. Every time I had histamine-rich foods like aged cheese, wine, or even tomatoes, my back would tighten up. At first, it sounded bizarre. But after a deep dive…
If you’ve ever had an MRI of your spine and seen the term bone marrow edema in the report, you’re not alone in wondering what that even means. I remember the first time I got my MRI results — I had no clue if it was something I should panic about or not. The radiologist…
Not sure why your back starts acting up when the seasons shift? You’re not alone. Every year, like clockwork, my lower spine reminds me winter is coming—before I even see the weather forecast. While most people associate Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with mood changes, there’s growing awareness that it can mess with your spine too….
It started with a nagging ache in my lower back every morning. I’d brush it off thinking it was just bad posture or a rough night’s sleep. But as the months passed, the stiffness settled in like an unwelcome morning ritual. It wasn’t until I found myself walking like a rusted hinge that I realized—this…