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Pain Free for The Holidays: 7 Tips to Avoid Flare-ups
It’s that wonderful time of year! Spending time with family, friends, and loved ones as the holidays draw near. A time to pull out those lawn ornaments, put up a tree, and travel to your next destination. Unfortunately, this is also a time when you’re likely doing tasks that your body hasn’t seen since last December. These activities can carry risk when your body is underprepared.
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Back In Motion: 5 Ways To Reduce Low Back Pain By Strengthening Your Core
Physical therapy is widely known as one of best ways to manage or eliminate back pain. Learn 5 simple techniques to improve your core strength and maintain your spinal structure.
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Understanding Neck Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Neck pain is a common condition that can stem from various causes, leading to discomfort and limited mobility in the neck and upper shoulders. It's estimated that 22-70% of the population will have neck pain at one point in their lives. In addition, it has been suggested that the incidence of neck pain is increasing.
Physical therapy is often an effective approach to alleviate neck pain, focusing on enhancing spine mobility, strengthening muscles, improving postural awareness, and providing education on proper work stations ergonomics.
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The Pain Game: Deciphering Good Pain vs. Bad Pain
Starting a fitness Journey can be a mixed bag of sensations. On one hand, there's the sense of accomplishment, endorphins, and vitality that exercise brings. On the other, there's pain. But not all pain is created equal. In this blog we'll cover the difference and what signs to pay attention to.
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Movement Preparation: The Key to Injury-free Workouts
The significance of movement preparation cannot be overstated. This essential phase, often overlooked, holds the key to optimizing your workouts, preventing injuries, and maximizing performance gains. Learn about benefits, techniques, and why you should prepare to move before your routine.
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Tech Neck: How Technology Affects Your Posture
Technology has become and integral part of our lives, from smartphones and laptops to gaming consoles. While these advancements bring convenience and connectivity, they have also ushered in a new set of health concerns, particularly related to spinal posture.
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Understanding Osteoarthritis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
According to the CDC, osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that affects more than 32.5 million adults in the US alone. Osteoarthritis can affect any joint but typically targets the hands, knees, neck and lower back. Once considered a “wear and tear” condition, we now know that this is a disease of the entire joint, including bone, cartilage, ligaments, fat, and the tissues lining the joint.
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Overuse Injuries: Unlocking the Secrets to Injury Prevention
Overuse injuries are among the most common causes of injuries in adult and youth sports. But don't be confused, overuse injuries are not just limited to athletes. Any repetitive movement can lead to an injury if the warning signs are ignored.
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Don’t Fall For It: Tips to Keep You Safe and Steady on Your Feet
According to the World Health Organization, falls are the second leading cause of accidental death worldwide. Take an active approach and learn how to recognize the warning signs.
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Strong Bones For Life: The Key to Staying Active and Independent as You Age
Nearly 10.2 million Americans 50 years and older suffer from osteoporosis. In addition, 43.4 million Americans suffer from low bone mass. Learning how to counteract the natural decline of bone mineral density can play a crucial role in reducing the risk of injury during your golden years.
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10 Tips for Managing Low Back Pain
Almost everyone experiences low back pain at some point in their life. Poor posture, faulty body mechanics, sedentary lifestyles, and lack of exercise can all contribute to the achy feeling. Sometimes the pain can be more complex, involving an injury or the bodys natural degenerative process. Regardless of the cause, you should follow some basic strategies to help manage the pain.
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High vs. Low Ankle Sprains – What’s the difference?
Leading up to the Super Bowl, Patrick Mahomes' high ankle sprain was a hot topic of discussion. Here's our take...
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