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Enjoy Gardening While Protecting Your Back

This is the time of year when avid gardeners are clearing out old beds and prepping for new flowers and vegetables. It’s very tempting to dive right when the weather is good. Here are a few tips to prevent back pain and enjoy gardening through the whole season. Warm Up – walk for 5 minutes … Read more

Find Relief With Our Lower Back Pain Self Care Tips

In this blog, we’ll be diving deep into lower back pain self care strategies that you can implement into your daily routine to give yourself some much needed – and deserved – relief.In the heart of winter, as we navigate icy sidewalks and shovel driveways, lower back pain can become an unwelcome companion.Whether it’s a … Read more

Can Stress Cause Pelvic Pain? Mindfulness Tips To Ease Pain

This year, many of us are not just looking to enhance our physical health but also to find peace and balance within our minds and bodies.This is especially vital for women dealing with pelvic prolapse, a condition that not only poses physical challenges but can also be a significant source of stress and emotional discomfort.In … Read more

How To Sleep With Upper Back Pain? 5 Proven Tips

As the countdown to 2024 begins, we’re all looking forward to a fresh start and renewed energy. Yet, for many, the prospect of another restless night due to upper back pain looms large. No one wants to ring in the New Year feeling fatigued and worn down before the celebrations even start. But there’s good … Read more

Why Does Back Pain Increase In Winter? 5 Key Reasons

As the festive season of Christmas rolls in with its promise of joy and gatherings, it’s often shadowed for many by the unwelcome guest of back pain. Winter’s cold embrace can turn joyful activities like cooking for family, traveling, and sitting for long dinners into painful ordeal. Understanding why back pain intensifies during this season … Read more

3 Tips To Recover From Ankle Injuries Fast

As the holiday season approaches, it brings with it a promise of joy, warmth, and cherished moments with loved ones. However, if you’re hobbling around with an ankle injury, each step can feel like a huge undertaking, overshadowing the festive spirit. The thought of missing out on holiday activities or struggling through them with pain … Read more

5 Ways Orthotics Can Help Your Knee and Back Pain

Are you fighting a daily battle against knee and back pain? The frustration of not being able to play with your children because of nagging knee and back pain, or the heartbreak of watching from the sidelines as your friends play the sport you love. If you’ve experienced this, you don’t need to accept the … Read more

These 5 Things Could Make Your Shoulder Pain Worse

  Pain in the shoulder can be caused by a variety of problems, including injury or overuse. Problems within the joint, such as an arthritic condition or a dislocated shoulder, may also lead to shoulder pain. Other common causes of shoulder pain include rotator cuff tears, bursitis, tendonitis, and impingement.Symptoms of shoulder pain vary depending … Read more

Myths About Back Pain and Treatment

Back pain is a common medical issue, and individuals of all ages can experience it. Back pain can range from mild to severe, depending on the cause of the discomfort.Common causes of back pain include poor posture, muscle strains, arthritis, fractures or disc degeneration.Treatment for back pain depends on its cause and severity. Mild cases … Read more

5 Things That Can Make Your Knee Pain Worse

Knee pain when running is a common issue that can be caused by a wide variety of factors. It is important to seek the help of a physical therapist if you are struggling with knee pain as they will be able to assess the cause and provide treatment or advice on how to prevent further … Read more