Who out there is excited about a knee replacement? Probably very few so most folks want to know how to avoid a knee replacement. The answer? Start working now. Be proactive in your late 30s, 40s, or 50s. Try not to wait until pain really starts to limit your life and...
Many people with Knee OA wonder if it is still safe to exercise. The answer is an absolute YES. But many ask this question because they were told by their doctor or Dr. Google that exercise will worsen knee arthritis. So let’s further discuss more specifics on this...
Have you been told you have a meniscus tear and now do not know what to do? Is surgery the best option or can it be avoided? Are you going to make it worse if you opt to avoid surgery? These are all great questions and you probably have more, so now let’s discuss. Is...
Middle aged people with back pain often want to know what does having Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) mean for them being active? The answer really should be very little but often is more of an it depends situation. So let me explain further. Degenerative disc disease...
Do you feel that spinal stenosis slowing you down? Do you experience pain or numbness and tingling with standing and walking that is relieved rapidly upon sitting? Is it hard to walk any distance at all now? Do you feel you can only walk if you are hunched over? If...
Have you ever heard someone say that everything hurts after spending time in a walking boot? For those folks who have had the pleasure of spending time in a walking boot they know it is not a magic fix. Yes the boot was necessary to provide pressure relief and allow...
Everyday millions of people struggle with neck and shoulder pain. Pain that disrupts their sleep and impacts their ability to complete daily tasks. This pain may be sharp, shooting, or even burning. It may cause trouble working or even performing childcare duties....
Are you concerned your neck pain is due to a pinched nerve? This is a question asked by many who experience neck pain every day. But…not all neck pain is from a pinched nerve. There are many other reasons that a person experiences neck pain other than a nerve being...
Do you find yourself waking or dealing with a stiff neck? Ever wonder what to do about a stiff neck? If you answered YES to either question, then here is your solution. A person’s neck can be stiff for a few reasons. One, the muscles are actually shortened, tight or...
Does your shoulder hurt reaching overhead? Do you experience sharp, pinching, stabbing pains any time you attempt to raise your arm overhead? Does this pain impact your daily activities that involve a reaching motion? If you answered YES to any of those 3 questions,...