5 Health Benefits of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a technique used in traditional Chinese medicine where practitioners stimulate specific points on the body by inserting thin needles through the skin. The purpose of acupuncture is to release the body’s natural painkillers and influence parts of the brain that are involved in processing pain. 5 Benefits of Acupuncture Can be effectively combined […]
Signs You May Be Suffering From Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Have you ever experienced sharp, shooting, and burning pain into the palm of your hand, fingers, and thumb? How about pain shooting up the forearm? If you said yes, you may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is the narrowing of a passageway in the wrist called […]
3 Ways to Prevent a Herniated Disc
A herniated disc occurs when pressure from the vertebrae forces some or all of the soft interior of a vertebral disc to press on surrounding nerves, causing pain and weakness. Also called a slipped or ruptured disc, it is more likely to occur in the lower half of the spine and is a common injury […]
Occupational Therapy Month
April is Occupational Therapy Month, the perfect time to educate your friends and family on occupational therapy and its importance. Occupational therapy is the “only profession that helps people across the lifespan to do the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of daily activities,” according to the American Occupational Therapy […]
Importance of Stretching
Stretching is one of the most important yet most neglected steps in physical activity and exercise. This component of fitness is often overlooked because we either become too lazy after our workout or physically just don’t want to stretch. However, stretching plays a vital role in performance and recovery, which is why it is important […]
3 Stretches to Relieve Sciatica
The sciatic nerve is one of the longest nerves in the body, running from the spinal cord, through the hips and buttocks, and down each leg. Sciatica occurs when something such as a herniated disc places pressure on this nerve, usually causing pain, numbness or tingling in one of the legs. If you suffer from […]
What is Causing My Hip Pain?
The hip is a ball-and-socket joint where the femur (thighbone) meets the pelvis. The top of the femur has a rounded head that fits into a cup-like socket in the pelvis called the acetabulum. Most of us don’t think twice about our hips when they are working properly. However, when we experience hip pain or […]
Benefits of Physical Therapy
Every October is National Physical Therapy Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness of physical therapy (PT) as a safe, effective alternative to medication for the treatment of chronic pain conditions. When you are in pain, sometimes the last thing you want to do is get moving, but PT can be an essential part of […]
Carpal Tunnel Exercises for Relief
Have you ever felt tingling or numbness in your hands or arms? If this feeling has persisted for several months or has gotten worse with time, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve becomes compressed or squeezed as it passes through the wrist. Repetitive […]
Soreness vs. Pain: Know the Difference
Have you decided to focus on your health and start an exercise program? That is great! You crushed your first workout and feel incredible afterward. That is until the next morning when you’re so sore that you can barely crawl out of bed and get on your feet. There are many benefits to exercise, including […]
