There can be many causes of hip pain, but bursitis is among the most painful and debilitating. When the tiny fluid-filled sacs, called bursae, that help lubricate the hip joints become inflamed, it can cause pain and limited mobility. The good news is that there are effective forms of treatment that can offer relief, including… Read More
Conditions such as arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome and other conditions can cause hand pain that has a severe impact on your quality of life. Since we use our hands to perform nearly any activity, pain and reduced function can interfere with work, hobbies and even your ability to spend time with family and friends. By… Read More
The muscles in our shoulders, particularly the rotator cuff, are put under tremendous stress on a daily basis. The combination of delicate and precise movements with the load-bearing responsibilities needed for lifting and moving heavy objects is a heavy burden that can take a toll on the soft tissue around these important joints. For many… Read More
Back pain is so common that every person is likely to deal with it at some point in their lives. Factors like posture, high-impact activities, injuries, repetitive motion and the natural aging process can all play a role in having to deal with back pain. While many cases of relatively minor back pain can improve… Read More
The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway in your wrists where nerves and blood vessels pass through into your hand. Because of the highly compact nature of this area, it is relatively easy for the carpal tunnel to become constricted due to chronic pressure or injury. Carpal tunnel syndrome refers to the symptoms that develop… Read More
Pain at the back of the neck and shoulders can have a number of causes, including poor posture, traumatic injury, a minor strain from sleeping in the wrong position or the presence of an age-related condition like arthritis or a herniated spinal disc. No matter what the cause, dealing with the pain can make it… Read More
If you’re any type of athlete, a sports-related injury can have a devastating effect on your quality of life. For many, playing a sport is one of the driving forces of their life — and sustaining an injury can make it difficult or even impossible to engage in it. Fortunately, sports injury therapy can help… Read More
There can be many causes of ankle pain and stiffness, from simple gait issues to age-related conditions like arthritis, but sports-related injuries are among the most common. The high-impact motions involved with most sports, such as running and jumping, put a tremendous load on the ankles that make the development of injuries much more likely. … Read More
Upper back pain is less common than lower back or neck issues, but it isn’t any less difficult for the people who experience it. The upper back generally refers to the thoracic spine, which is attached to the ribcage and is more stable than the lumbar region in the lower back and the cervical spine,… Read More
Vertigo is characterized by spells of dizziness, loss of stability, headaches, nausea and even ringing in the ears. If you’re living with vertigo, you know what a devastating impact it can have on your quality of life. There can be a number of causes for this condition, ranging from a concussion to an imbalance of… Read More
It’s that time of year again. You’re counting the days until your child heads back to school. However, before you put them on the bus, you’ll need to make sure they have everything they need for school, and this may include making sure they have the safest possible backpack. Here are three factors you should… Read More
No matter what the cause is, pain in the hand and wrist can be a drain on your productivity at work as well as a hindrance to getting things done around the house, and it can make it difficult to take part in your favorite sports and hobbies. Causes for hand and wrist pain include… Read More
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