Arthritis is a common source of aches and pains. In more serious cases, arthritis can interfere with work and daily living. The disease is commonly associated with older people. However, research shows that this is no longer the case. In a study published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology, researchers have discovered that arthritis is […]
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. It is a progressive joint disease characterized by cartilage breakdown.1 OA can take from several months to several years to reach advanced stages. Your medical provider will assess the symptoms, take X-rays, and do blood work to determine the stage of your OA and the treatment […]
A large study recently published in the British Medical Journal finds that active commuting, particularly biking and walking, is associated with multiple health benefits.1 Results show people who cycle to work have a 46 percent lower risk of heart disease and a 45 percent lower risk of cancer compared to those who have a sedentary […]
One part of most arthritis treatment programs is gentle stretching. This stretching helps warm up and strengthen muscles around the affected area. For the knees, there are four target muscle groups; hamstrings, quadriceps, hip flexors, and calf muscles. Each area has a variety of potential stretches. Below we’ll give an example for the first two […]
When it comes to areas of improvement for strength, grip strength isn’t commonly talked about. Any activity involving our hands has us using grip strength. Here are some areas that grip strength helps us with. Grip strength, a measure of body function, has been suggested as a biomarker of aging.1 Biomarkers are medical signs at […]
Do you remember the last time you had a really good laugh? Both the mind and body can benefit from a good laugh. Children laugh so often each day, but adults tend to take life more seriously and laugh more infrequently. Here are just some of the examples showing the benefits of laughter. In addition […]
While most people have an idea of what physical therapy is, many may not realize the wide variety of conditions physical therapists can treat. Physical therapy is commonly associated with rehabilitating injuries and aiding recovery after surgery. While that is a big part of what the profession handles, there is much more to physical therapy […]
Irritation of the sciatic nerve causes sciatic pain. The pain typically starts from the lower back and goes down to the knee. Usually, sciatica affects only one buttock and leg: it is rare that both legs experience pain. This pain is usually constant and may come with weakness and numbness in the affected areas. A […]
When it comes to joint pain, we can sometimes be our own worst enemies. Our daily habits can wreak havoc on our joints. Below, are some habits that can lead to bad joint health. Our daily habits can play a big role in our overall health. It’s important to be able to identify problem habits […]
Low back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide. Almost 8 in 10 U.S. citizens will experience back problems at some point in their lifetimes. One group of researchers found a simple solution for protecting yourself.1 Researchers examined a total of 16 studies to find correlations. There were over 4,600 participants across all studies. […]
