Roughly 80% of people will experience back pain during their life. 90% of those will deal with at least one additional episode. But there are some who deal with episodic back pain, meaning pain that comes and goes regularly. This type of pain will often impact daily...
Every day millions of people struggle with managing chronic back pain. Living with chronic back pain creates issues for many people. Daily, work, and recreational activities can become problematic (and painful). Not only that, but the mental stress and strain that...
If you have ever dealt with sciatica, then you know the horrible feeling. That sharp, radiating, burning pain that travels through your butt and down your leg. Maybe you have back pain as well, but maybe not. Popping pain killers, heat/ice, trying anything you can to...
Just how much is too much activity with an injury? This is a question asked by many folks as they deal with some ache or pain. And the answer to this question really does depend on the type and severity of the injury. But that said, let’s go over a few basic tips. To...
Thoughts of returning to activity after an injury are often troubling. Many do not know when it is safe to return so that a re-injury does not occur. People debate whether to wait until they feel nothing or if it is ok to start back earlier. The reality is that IT...
A sprained ankle is a rather common ailment that requires treatment. It may seem like something one can just walk off, BUT issues may appear later as a result of no treatment. But the pain went away quickly, why do I need treatment? Great question, lets get into that....
Do you suffer from severe heel pain trying to walk each morning? Do you dread that first step each morning? Have you tried everything you can think of to rid yourself of the pain? If you answered YES to any of those questions, then it is probably past time to get...
Are you properly fueling your body for exercise? Do you have trouble feeling energetic to exercise or feel like you are dragging during/after? Are you worried that your nutrition may be leading to injury? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then it is time...
Are you finding the need to adjust your workouts for injury? Having trouble getting a good exercise routine because some body part always hurts? Want to exercise freely without concern for injury or pain? If you answered YES to any of those questions, then it is time...
As the heat increases it is important to take measures to avoid heat-related exercise issues. When people are younger, they tend to better tolerate being active outdoors even when it is hot. As the body ages, tolerance for heat and exercise changes. Thus, it is...