If you’re over a certain age (or a very active youth), you may know the feeling of back pain. It comes on from lifting, bending, playing, or even sitting in one position just a little too much. This type of pain can be one of the most debilitating out there. Fun fact: even if you didn’t necessarily bring on an…
When you are facing back surgery, it is natural to feel apprehensive. Will the surgery be successful? How long will it take to recover? What can you do to ensure a successful surgery and a speedy recovery? Although no two back surgeries are alike, there are things you can do to prepare before and after surgery to help ensure a…
Middle back pain can be a complex condition to diagnose and treat. It is essential to understand the different causes of mid back pain and the various treatments available so you can make an informed decision about which treatment is best for your individual needs. Let’s explore the causes of middle back pain and what treatment might be appropriate for…
Most humans are likely to experience some form of low back pain during their lives. Injuries, obesity, medical conditions, pregnancy, or any other physiological cause could create this pain; however, recent research has linked some low back pain to insomnia and sleep disturbances. Chronic pain has always been an apparent reason for poor sleep, but what makes this study unique…
It’s that time of year again. One year is winding down, and people are starting to think of the new year with new plans and new goals. For a lot of people, a new year often brings about health related resolutions. People are looking to get back into the gym, eat healthier, and just feel better. These are all great…
A new year is upon us and with it is our annual new year’s resolutions. The most popular ones are losing weight, getting in shape, reducing stress, sleeping better, traveling more, and stopping smoking. Sadly, most of us give it our all for January, but we have submitted to defeat by February. The year 2023 can be different if at…
We’ve all seen them; the sports’ movies where the star athlete gets severely hurt and goes to physical therapy to get themselves back into shape for the next season. At the end, after a fast-paced montage, they are triumphant and ready to take on the world. While this can happen and is definitely a fantastic use of physical therapy, it’s…
Massage therapists routinely treat people to relieve tight muscles from stress. Not only is massage excellent relaxation therapy, but medical evidence supports using massage therapy in injury rehabilitation. Health care has included massage therapy for thousands of years. Human structure and conditions, like musculoskeletal injuries, pregnancies, stress, and disease, are affected by muscle tone and conditioning. Studies have indicated that…
Every year, 3 million older adults go to the emergency room for fall injuries, and about 800,000 of them are hospitalized. Falls aren’t just dangerous for older adults, though. Falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). No matter your age, you should know your risk of falling and how you can prevent it. Snow and ice make…
According to the American Migraine Foundation, about 39 million Americans suffer from migraines. That number is likely higher as there is a misunderstanding surrounding migraines, and they often go untreated. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that about half of adults will experience at least one headache every year. Whether you have headaches or migraines, both conditions negatively affect your…
