How common is low back pain? It's so common that 8 out of 10 people experience it at some point. So if you're struggling right now with low back pain, you aren't alone - and you want to feel better ASAP. Stats are on your...
Your ankles: the workhorse joint of your lower leg, and all-but-forgotten until you injure one. Then you'll be very well aware of your ankle, and in a hurry to return your ankle to its former health! This time of year when you can be dodging...
Since the pandemic began, road trips to remote or uncrowded locations have only grown in popularity. Whether you're taking a spring break trip or planning a summer get-a-way, you deserve to travel comfortably. While a day at the beach may be a relaxing, extra time...
Falls are much more common than most people think, and they become even more common as we age. Over 30% of people over 65 years old will report a fall every year. Sadly, medical experts suspect the majority of people who fall don’t report it...
Every now and then, our bodies need a break from the pounding and abuse they can take with many common exercise programs. Luckily, low impact exercises can offer the same great results without all the wear and tear. If you are experiencing excessive pain in...
Whether it's to boost your fitness, health, or bank balance, or as an environmental choice, taking up cycling could be one of the best decisions you ever make. Not convinced? Here are five reasons to hop on two wheels: 1. Sleep Deeper, Quicker Stanford University School of...
Exercise is an extremely important component of managing back pain. Patients often ask, "what's the best type of exercise for my back?" While generalizations can be made about exercise, it's important that the exercise chosen is appropriate for your specific condition. It's best to be...
If you visit the gym, you'll see them everywhere. If you search for them on YouTube, you'll see some great videos of people using them to collide into one another. While this is mildly entertaining (and dangerous) many people aren't sure how to use Stability...
We saw a lot of changes to our daily lives during the pandemic: from where we eat, to social gatherings, to kids' school routines, and -of course- our jobs. Many jobs even moved from in-person, to flexible, to totally remote. Some jobs remained remote, meaning...
If you're in most of the U.S., you've grown used to the 'spring forward' (where you lose an hour) and 'fall back' (where you gain an hour) of Daylight Savings Time. For at least 24 hours (if not longer) twice a year, most people experience...
