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Leg, Knee and Foot Pain: Relief without Meds or Surgery

Leg pain and discomfort are very common. If you are experiencing leg pain, do not reach for painkillers right away. There are other more natural ways to get rid of the pain. It is crucial to make a right diagnosis, to find out the causes. The causes of leg pain Musculoskeletal issues – this includes […]

Do These Four High-Intensity Workouts

There are two types of high-intensity exercises: High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Strength Training. HIIT includes high-intense workout alternated with a workout of low intensity. For instance, 30 seconds sprint followed by 20 seconds of walking. This type of exercise is very good for the heart and metabolism. The workout should continue until you are […]

7 Ways to Prevent and Treat Work-Related Pain

Some of us have jobs that include a lot of bending, lifting, and similar. Those activities put pressure on our joints and muscles, and the outcome is the pain. Common work-related injuries are sprains and strains. When it comes to mild or severe pain, you need to choose the right treatment. Our team at Back […]

How to Put the Spring Back in Your Step

Spring has sprung, the grass is riz, etc. But how are you doing, as winter lingers and you anxiously await the opportunity to see the grass again and feel the sun on your face? The winter doldrums can see us anxious to get out and enjoy spring weather, but they can also make us feel […]

Injuries to Look Out for During Softball Season

Whether you’re a kid playing on a community team, or an adult repping for your employer, softball is a fast-paced sport that can easily result in injury. That’s especially true in the spring. If you’ve been sitting around in the family cave to weather the winter, chances are you haven’t been very active. That’s an […]

Is Your Shoulder Pain Coming from the Rotator Cuff?

Your shoulders are work horses of the body. They’re responsible for a lot of heavy lifting (speaking literally, of course). When you hurt your shoulders, they’re going to protest, whether you’re sitting at the computer, scrubbing a counter, sanding a table, or lifting a box onto a high shelf. If one or both of your […]

How to Prevent Hamstring Injuries in Hockey

People who play any team sport are usually dedicated to it. They want to play the best game they possibly can, so they may neglect training their bodies in ways which are not directly related to the techniques required to play well. Hockey players are no different in this respect. They hit the ice with […]

The Critical Art of Recovery for CrossFitters

CrossFit is a kind of madness with a method. Those who love this type of training push themselves to the limit. They often ask more of their bodies than they should. A common malady of the Crossfitter is a failure to recover adequately from extreme exertion. With any kind of sustained physical activity, it’s 100% […]

What Are the Most Common Baseball Throwing Injuries?

Throwing that speedy little ball is one of the most common causes of injuries in the great American sport of baseball. And no one epitomizes the art of throwing the ball more than the pitcher. So, our exploration of injuries in baseball will focus on this player’s challenges, as we answer the question, “What are […]

Stretching Tips for Office Workers

You’re sitting in your cubicle 8 hours a day, 5 days a week. That’s a conservative estimate. While you’re there, you’re probably craning your head toward the monitor, as you slump in your chair. None of these things is a good thing. Unless you’re diligent about your posture, sitting for long periods without taking breaks […]