Ok, this admittedly feels like a no-brainer! When we don’t have to worry about unnecessary aches and pains, participating in the activities that make us happiest is more enjoyable. Hiking, running, going for walks with friends and family…these things are all more fun if you’re not constantly worrying about flaring
Ever experience shooting pain in your heels when getting out of bed in the morning? Or unbearable heel pain after sitting for long periods of time? If you’re nodding your head “yes,” you may be dealing with plantar fasciitis. But be encouraged; your pain can be relieved with noninvasive treatment.
Joint pain. Stiffness. Swelling. If you have rheumatoid or osteoarthritis, you’re likely pretty familiar with these uncomfortable and sometimes constant symptoms. In fact, an astonishing 350 million people worldwide suffer from arthritis, including children. If you’re doing your best to manage your symptoms and decrease sensitivity without much luck, you’re
From the thrill of the ride to the sense of freedom, there’s no denying the allure of riding a motorcycle. Despite the protective measures you may take while riding, accidents happen. If you’ve been involved in an accident on your bike, it’s important to get evaluated by a medical professional,
Your body is a network of complex systems that can be tough to figure out. Take, for example, the central nervous system, the ultimate overseer of the body’s complex systems. In your central nervous system, the spine is in place to protect the spinal cord, which in turn sends out
It’s no exaggeration that cluster headaches bring some of the most profound levels of pain known to mankind. Patients have described cluster headache pain as a hot dagger being poked through the eye and into the brain. My apologies for the very graphic description but seriously, the pain is intense.
Pain in the hip is, well…a pain. From normal everyday life activities like running errands and doing household chores to participation in exercise or sports, if you have a nagging hip issue, it has a way of transcending all of your activities except those that keep you at complete rest.
Ever feel achy after eating fried foods? Or your joints feel a little stiffer after that fast food run the day before? What you eat matters, particularly if you are prone to joint inflammation. Knowing which foods help your joints and which should be avoided are essential to maintaining a
Have you been in a car accident recently? Are you experiencing lingering back pain? If so, you’re one of many. In the estimated 4.5 million people who were injured in car accidents in 2018 alone, the most common injuries were related to the neck or back areas. Back injuries can
Are you training for a marathon, participating in a regular competitive tennis game, or a big fan of rock climbing? From weight control to keeping heart disease at bay to boosting your mood, the health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. But all pro athletes
