Unfortunately for most of us, the majority of our day involves our butts being firmly planted to our seats. When you drive – you sit. When you watch TV – you sit. When you have a desk job – you sit for eight hours straight. You would never guess it, but recent studies have shown… Continue reading The Health Hazards of Too Much Sitting
The gym can be a dangerous place, especially for inexperienced lifters. All it takes is just one rep with too much weight or poor form, and you will find yourself out of commission for weeks. Any exercise can become dangerous if done incorrectly, but certain movements are destined for disaster. We aren’t talking about crazy… Continue reading Are Dips Bad for your Shoulder Health? Avoid These 3 Harmful Exercises
Anyone who actively plays or watches sports is familiar with a torn ACL injury. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is located at the front of the knee and is essential for natural knee movement and stability. Unfortunately for athletes, sports often place this ligament in a compromised position where it is susceptible to injury, which… Continue reading ACL Surgery: Recovery Timeline
Take a look around you: the world is full of scientific marvels. From the atomic building blocks of life to the deepest depths of outer space, there are a lot of things to awe over. Add your body to the list. Yes, the human body is truly an incredible specimen. Don’t believe it? Take a… Continue reading 10 Amazing Facts About the Human Body
Knee pain is something that millions of Americans deal with every day for a variety of reasons; it could be due to an injury, overuse, or an underlying health condition such as arthritis or tendinitis. Symptoms can include pain, stiffness, and swelling of the knee, making it hard to participate in daily activities, or even… Continue reading 5 Best Ways to Alleviate Knee Pain
Once upon a time, going to “work” actually meant manual labor. Now for many, work translates to a seated commute both ways topped with being chained to a desk for 8 hours. Don’t see a problem here? Sure your desk job is great, however sitting all day puts you at risk for tight muscles, back… Continue reading Deskercise! 4 Exercises You Can Do At Work
Hip replacements are not to be taken lightly, and neither is the recovery process. If you just had a hip replacement surgery, or are planning on getting one soon, keep these tips in mind to help you recover as quickly and painlessly as possible. At the Hospital Immediately after your surgery, it is likely that… Continue reading Tips for Recovering from a Hip Replacement
If you play baseball, tennis, or quarterback on your football team, you may understand the high levels of stress that are placed on your shoulder during overhead throwing motions. Like your hip, your shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint. However, unlike your hip, it is not a tight fit, which leaves it susceptible to injury –… Continue reading Thrower’s Ten Stretching Program for Shoulder Health
Did a parent ever scold you when you were a child for not sitting up straight? Well, it turns out that they were on to something. In addition to emitting positive body language, maintaining good posture also provides a wealth of benefits for your body including prevention of back pain and reduced wear-and-tear of your… Continue reading Common Posture Problems and Effective Solutions to Fix Bad Posture
If you suffer from a soft tissue injury – be it a sprain, strain, muscle pull, or tear – properly handling the immediate treatment can do wonders to prevent further complications and help you heal faster. To relieve pain and reduce swelling as soon as possible, all you need to know is one acronym: RICE.… Continue reading Treating Soft Tissue Injuries With RICE