A recent study from the Northwestern University Institute of Neuroscience has found that constant pain can cause your brain to shrink by as much as eleven percent over ten years. Too many people suffer from lower back pain — but there are so many options out there. Is the traditional wisdom of bed rest and a firm mattress still good advice for your aching back? NO! Studies from UCLA and the University of Washington have shown that bed rest can make your muscles deteriorate and actually make pain worse. Instead, gentle exercise can help decrease recovery time. Try yoga and … Continue reading →