Why Treating One Disc Is Not the Same as Treating Your Spine

Why Treating One Disc Is Not the Same as Treating Your Spineby: Dr. Tammy PenhollowPublished on: 04/07/2026

If you have lumbar spine pain, learn why treating the functional spinal unit instead of only the damaged disc may improve long-term results. Discover how disc tears, facet joints, ligaments, and stabilizing muscles work together.

Why Treating One Disc Is Not the Same as Treating Your Spine

Why Your Shoulder Pain Is Probably Not a Rotator Cuff Tear

Why Your Shoulder Pain Is Probably Not a Rotator Cuff Tearby: Dr. Tammy PenhollowPublished on: 27/06/2026

Shoulder pain isn't always a rotator cuff tear. Learn how frozen shoulder, AC joint problems, biceps tendon injuries, labral tears, and neck conditions are accurately diagnosed with a thorough shoulder examination.

Why Your Shoulder Pain Is Probably Not a Rotator Cuff Tear

Why Treating Your Spine One Piece at a Time Is Making It Worse

Why Treating Your Spine One Piece at a Time Is Making It Worseby: Dr. Tammy PenhollowPublished on: 20/06/2026

Learn how degenerative disc disease affects the entire functional spinal unit, not just one disc or nerve. Discover how spine stabilization, inflammation control, and regenerative medicine may support long-term back pain relief.

Why Treating Your Spine One Piece at a Time Is Making It Worse

The "Hidden" Muscle Causing Your Back Pain

The "Hidden" Muscle Causing Your Back Painby: Dr. Tammy PenhollowPublished on: 13/12/2025

Discover how the multifidus muscle affects spinal stability and chronic low back pain, and learn why retraining it is essential for long-term relief and recovery.

The "Hidden" Muscle Causing Your Back Pain