Acute Back Pain Acute back pain is characterized by the amount of time that you’ve experienced discomfort or pain. In this case, we’re talking about back injuries that are less than six months old. Many times, this pain arises from a singular incident– one that you can think back and specifically recall. For instance: “Oh […]
Spondylolisthesis – What Is It? In short, spondylolisthesis is instability in your spine. Your spine is made up of stacked vertebrae that work together to give your entire body stability and mobility. Spondylolisthesis happens when one of your vertebrae slips out of place and rests on the bone below it,
Common Running Injuries Even though running grants many fitness boons, the risk for injury is an ever-present factor that shouldn’t be neglected. If you’re just getting into a running routine or increasing the amount of time you spend running, your risk factor for these injuries is heightened as your body
Shoulder Impingement – What Is It? Shoulder impingement happens in the rotator cuff, which is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. Your rotator cuff helps to keep everything in place and operating smoothly. Thus, it’s easy to understand why an injury to the rotator cuff
The Effect Of Weight On Back Pain Simply put, unnecessary weight puts strain on your entire system. When we carry around more weight than what is healthy for our bodies, it requires all of our joints to carry heavier loads. Think about the times you’ve lifted a heavy load– whether
The Aftermath Of A Head Injury First and foremost, with any concussion or potential head injury, whether it’s from a car accident or sport-related contact, medical treatment should be sought out immediately. Many times, it can be difficult to understand the severity of a head injury without imaging (like an
What Is Hypermobility Syndrome? Hypermobility syndrome refers to people who have loose joints. What is a “loose” joint, you ask? A loose joint is one in which the connective tissues (namely the ligaments and joint capsule) that surround a joint have too much laxity. Normally, these connective tissues serve as
Selecting A Primary Care Physician First things first: select a primary care physician— and what exactly should you expect from them? In short, your primary care physician is the first line of defense for health. You want to find a physician who will be an important advocate for your personal
What Is Tennis Elbow? I’m not a tennis player, but I have the symptoms of tennis elbow. Can I still have it if I don’t play tennis? Absolutely. Tennis elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is an overuse injury, meaning it occurs over time from using the muscles in your
Aches and Pains from Sport Bike Riding Whether you’re commuting or just riding for fun, a sport bike places additional stress on your body. The aerodynamic and somewhat aggressive riding position this type of bike requires places more weight on the rider’s upper body— head forward exposing your neck, back,
