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09/02/2026

Here’s what a lot of people don’t realize: a “normal” or unremarkable scan doesn’t mean nothing is going on.

Research has shown that imaging changes in the spine — even ones that look concerning — show up all the time in people who have zero pain.

And the reverse is true too: plenty of people in real pain have scans that look pretty unremarkable. Imaging alone often can’t tell the whole story of what you’re feeling. 📋

Your pain is real, even when the imaging doesn’t have a tidy explanation for it. And there are ways to manage it that don’t start with another scan.

Follow along for more on what actually helps with chronic back pain — no dismissiveness, no guesswork. 🌿

‼️What works isn’t always what you think will work The two things most people reach for first — opioids and Tylenol — wo...
08/10/2026

‼️What works isn’t always what you think will work

The two things most people reach for first — opioids and Tylenol — worked no better than a placebo in the biggest trials on low back pain. 😳

Meanwhile, the treatment with the strongest evidence behind it isn’t in your medicine cabinet at all. It’s movement.

We built this Evidence Scorecard by pulling straight from the ACP and WHO guidelines (plus the OPAL trial and a Cochrane review) so you can see exactly what the research says works — and what doesn’t — before you decide your next move for back pain.

Swipe through, save it, and share it with someone who’s been told to “just rest it.”

📌 Not medical advice — always loop in your provider before changing anything.

25 years of “just take these opioids and call me in the morning.” Turns out that advice didn’t hold up. 💊A landmark plac...
08/06/2026

25 years of “just take these opioids and call me in the morning.” Turns out that advice didn’t hold up. 💊

A landmark placebo-controlled trial (the OPAL trial, published in The Lancet) found opioids were no more effective than placebo for acute low back and neck pain — and came with real risks of misuse down the line.

We know how frustrating it is to be handed the same old advice when it hasn’t worked for you. This is exactly why movement-based, personalized care matters — it’s not about masking pain, it’s about actually addressing it.

📎 Save this to share with someone still waiting for real answers.
👉 Follow along for more evidence-based takes on back pain care.

This post is for educational purposes and isn’t a substitute for medical advice — talk to your provider about what’s right for you.

The best medicine isn’t in your cabinet. 💊❌It’s movement. 🏃‍♀️Hundreds of clinical trials agree: guided exercise is the ...
07/30/2026

The best medicine isn’t in your cabinet. 💊❌

It’s movement. 🏃‍♀️

Hundreds of clinical trials agree: guided exercise is the foundation of real back-pain care — not rest, not meds alone.

But “just move more” isn’t a plan. You need to know which movements, how much, and how to progress without setbacks.

That’s the gap LivaFortis was built to close. 👇

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Federal regulators have approved a tablet that combines two nonprescription pain relievers, “expanding non-opioid option...
07/30/2026

Federal regulators have approved a tablet that combines two nonprescription pain relievers, “expanding non-opioid options for persistent pain,” manufacturer Kenvue Brands said in a release.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced July 24 that it has approved Tylenol with Naproxen, “the first fixed-dose combination product to pair acetaminophen with naproxen sodium in a single combination tablet.”

Curious if anyone has tried this and how their experience has been?

Do you think this will be a game-changer for chronic pain conditions like low back pain?

Low back pain has been the leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide since 1990 , with an estimated 619 mi...
07/28/2026

Low back pain has been the leading cause of years lived with disability worldwide since 1990 , with an estimated 619 million people affected globally in 2020 alone .

In the U.S., roughly 28% of adults reported chronic low back pain in 2022,  and it’s tied to more than 186 million lost workdays every year. 

And it’s not just physical — chronic low back pain is consistently linked to more depressive symptoms and a lower quality of life.

Millions of us are carrying this quietly, with little accommodation and even less understanding.

That’s exactly why we built LivaFortis. We combine physical therapy — to rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence in your body — with CBT-based support, because chronic pain isn’t only a body problem, it’s a mind-and-body one. You get real tools for both, without having to explain yourself to anyone.

This isn’t medical advice — always talk to your provider about your specific situation. But you don’t have to just “push through” alone.

If this resonated, follow and like this video. You’re allowed to talk about it. We’re listening. 🤍

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For decades we assumed opioids must work for back pain - they’re powertul painkillers, after all. But when researchers f...
07/23/2026

For decades we assumed opioids must work for back pain - they’re powertul painkillers, after all. But when researchers finally put that assumption to the test, the results were humbling.

In the placebo-controlled OPAL trial (published in The Lancet), a short course of opioids relieved acute back pain no better than a placebo - and caused more side effects like constipation.

It’s one trial, and it studied acute pain —but it removed the strongest reason to reach for opioids early.

Check out our latest blog to see what the guidelines recommend instead. Full breakdown: www.livafortis.us

07/21/2026

“Shouldn’t I just get an MRI?”

Scans are great at finding something. They’re not always great at finding the cause.

Disc “degeneration” shows up in tons of people who have zero back pain — 37% in their 20s, all the way up to 96% in their 80s. It’s often just… aging. Not damage. Not the reason you’re hurting.

That doesn’t mean imaging is useless — it means a scan alone can’t tell your whole story. Pain is complicated, and treatment should be too.

👉 Follow for more myths we’re busting about back pain.

07/16/2026

Summer fun or torture? 🤯

🫪Which of these seats is your back’s worst nightmare???

Low back pain doesn’t have to ruin your summer. Check out our top tips for managing low back pain and make the most of your summer fun!

Hit follow and head to www.LivaFortis.us to learn more!

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