Knee pain is extremely common and as such many wonder how they can keep their knees healthy. The answer to this question will be revealed below. But before that happens, understand that even an image of a person’s knee does not determine current or future state of...
As a person ages it is common for changes in the meniscus to occur. At times these individuals are advised on surgery, but is meniscal surgery necessary? The answer is not as simple as just “fix it”. The meniscus is a cartilage structure that separates the 2 main...
For some folks with back pain, the feeling of being bent over is a real struggle. Being bent over could mean either leaning off to one side or the inability to stand tall. In these instances, many are unable to find any good position of comfort to relieve the pain....
Those long-suffering with back pain wonder if back surgery is their only hope. Having tried pain medication, massage, spinal adjustments, therapy, or even injections only to still be in pain. This is a very common story and one where surgery is not necessarily...
Are you someone whose back hurts to walk? Hurt to the point that you cannot walk unless bent over. Hurt to the point that you just don’t want to walk. Know that this is common issue for many individuals. Sitting tends to feel best for these individuals. In fact, the...
For individuals with pain running through the butt and down the back of the leg many wonder whether that is sciatic pain or something else. Often any pain in the butt or back of the leg is often reported as sciatica, but is it really? The answer is no but let’s go...
Statistics tells us 80% of people will suffer with back pain at some point in their life. Data also suggests 90% of that 80% will have at least one recurrence. No one ever said back pain is fun. Each and every person wants it to go away…FAST. Why then do so many...
People age but the desire to continue being active seniors often remains. While the activities or vigor of said activities may not be the same, it is still possible and often beneficial more than just physically. Don’t forget about the social and mental benefits that...
People might think massage is not something for them, but there are many important benefits of massage. When people picture massage many think about a relaxing vacation treat or spa treatments. However, massage can be much more than that. There are numerous possible...
Recently, many of my patients have been asking me about intermittent fasting (I.F.). In this article I’ll review what I.F. is, how it works, and its potential benefits. I.F. is more of an “eating style” rather than a “diet”, because I.F. is simply a pattern of eating,...