Matthew Cubbage MD Houston Spine Surgeon

07/04/2024

Wishing you and your family a Happy Independence Day!

06/16/2024

Happy Father’s Day! Thank you to all the wonderful fathers!

06/03/2024

Should I Use Ice or Heat for Neck Pain?

Both heat and ice are known to reduce pain, so which is better for neck pain? Let's see what the research says:

05/27/2024

Lower back pain: Which doctor to see and when to see them.

A person may consult various healthcare professionals to diagnose, treat, and manage lower back pain. This includes primary care doctors, rheumatologists, specialists, and more.

05/27/2024

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

05/20/2024

Burning Back Pain: Causes and Relief.

Burning pain anywhere on the back makes it difficult to get comfortable and relaxed. Here, find a list of possible causes and treatments.

05/13/2024

When should a person worry about back pain after a fall?

A person might worry about back pain after a fall if the pain is severe or does not improve with home treatment. Learn when to get emergency help here.

05/12/2024

Happy Mother’s Day!

04/30/2024

This is a great educational group for Bertolotti’s Syndrome!

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04/22/2024

Happy Earth Day!

04/16/2024

Predicting brace adherence could change the game in scoliosis treatment.

When it comes to preventing scoliosis progression, is it possible to make bracing more effective? For decades, spine specialists focused on improving the braces themselves, making them lighter, less obtrusive, and easier to put on and take off. (The Boston Brace, developed at Boston Children's Hospi...

04/09/2024

Back Pain Explained.

Not all degenerated intervertebral discs are painful; a new study identified a subset of disc cells that triggers a pathway to pain.

04/02/2024

Leading Causes of Sciatica and Sciatic Nerve Pain.

Sciatica, also called lumbar radiculopathy, is mild to intense pain that radiates from the low back into the left or right leg. Sciatic nerve pain can include numbness, tingling sensations, and weakness.

03/26/2024

Right side of neck pain causes and treatments.

Most causes of neck pain are benign, such as sleeping poorly, but others are more severe, including cancer. Learn about nine causes of pain in the right side of the neck here.

03/11/2024

Hip-focused physical therapy reduces chronic low back pain for older adults, finds clinical trial.

When the University of Delaware's Gregory Hicks started his research career two decades ago, he was one of only a few people in the United States studying chronic low back pain in people over 60 years old.

03/04/2024

How to prevent spinal stenosis.

To help prevent the onset of spinal stenosis, a person can make lifestyle changes such as maintaining a moderate weight and practicing appropriate posture.

02/26/2024

Seated back pain stretches for seniors.

A variety of factors including injury, inflammation, and activity can cause back pain in seniors. Seated stretching is one strategy that may help seniors prevent or manage their back pain. Learn more.

02/19/2024

The Best Exercises to Prevent Neck Pain.

Neck pain is common, but working on your posture and strengthening your spine can help.

02/12/2024

What can cause lower back pain?

Lower back pain is very common and often the result of a minor injury or overuse. However, it can sometimes be a symptom of conditions that affect the spine.

01/24/2024

Why Does My Back Hurt When I Breathe?

There are many different causes of back pain while breathing, from injury to a medical condition. Here’s a closer look at the possibilities.

01/17/2024

Find Relief From Upper Back Pain.

Upper back pain often occurs between the shoulder blades and can be caused by everything for poor posture to a herniated disc. Here, strategies for pain relief.

01/10/2024

What to know about back decompression for back pain.

Back or spinal decompression refers to a group of treatments used to relieve pressure on spinal discs. A healthcare professional may recommend surgical and nonsurgical therapies for decompression. Learn more.

01/03/2024

How Muscle Relaxers Work for Back and Neck Pain.

Muscle relaxers are medications that reduce muscle tension and spasms.

01/01/2024

Wishing you health and happiness in the coming New Year! #2024

12/22/2023

Happy Holidays! We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season!

11/23/2023

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/22/2023

Congratulations to these SIX AOSM physicians on being named TexasMonthly Super Doctors and Rising Stars! While only about 5% of physicians get voted as Super Doctors, less than 2.5% of physicians get voted as Rising Stars. We couldn't be prouder to represent great orthopedic and pain management care here in HTX.

11/11/2023

We thank you for your commitment and celebrate your service.

09/11/2023

Remember. Never forget. #911

09/05/2023

Happy Labor Day! We hope you and your family enjoy your time off!