Rates of Knee and Hip joint replacement surgeries are on the rise in the US. Every year hundreds of thousands of individuals have a joint replaced. But are these procedures always necessary? Before one even considers having a joint replacement surgery, the question...
Quite often a major complaint from patients is stiffness or limited motion in their hips. People complain about an inability to cross one’s legs, squat down, turn/pivot and more. They are concerned that they have “arthritis” and/or need a hip replacement. Many are...
When a person is dealing with hip or groin pain, the question often asked is what is the cause of it? On the surface though the answer to this question may not be quite so easily answered. First we need some more information like: What makes it worse? What makes it...
Pain with squatting and steps are 2 of the biggest complaints for those struggling with knee complaints. But why is this? And what can be done about it? For those living with daily knee pain, many are searching for answers to those 2 questions. And the answer begins...
Many individuals over the age of 40 believe they are starting to get “arthritis” or fear future knee OA. And those over 60 start to limit their activities because some doctor told them they have osteoarthritis and activity will make it worse. In truth, these two...
Answer: Morton's Neuroma. Question: what is numbness, burning, or tingling in the toes. For those who have numbness, tingling, or burning in their toes they may be wondering what it is and what can be done about it? To better answer those questions, we must first...
It all starts with a sprained ankle. A twist, large or small, swollen and bruised or not. The question becomes can I just walk it off? For many individuals with a small twist or turn they may feel they can just walk it off, but…there may be more going on than they...
Hallux Abductus Valgus (HAV) a.k.a. BUNIONS is a common foot deformity. It is more commonly found in women (but men develop this too). This condition is frequently attributed to poor fitting footwear or is related to other foot issues. Let us 1st begin with footwear...
Plantar Fasciitis is a common complaint of individuals with foot pain. Most often people with this condition will report pain in their heel and/or arch. Frequently people report pain with walking, especially early in the day (right out of bed) or after a period of...
The principles of Pilates are consistent with an exercise program that promotes back health and can help relieve back pain. Learning awareness of the alignment of the spine and strengthening the postural muscles are two important elements. Secondarily, Pilates...