An Achilles tendinopathy is an overuse injury. It tends to occur as a reaction to an increased demand on the tendon, beyond it’s capabilities. Those with an Achilles tendinopathy will typically report pain and stiffness, which may reduce in the short term with brief gentle movement. The Achilles tendon lies at the back of your…
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Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder
Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative joint diseas, occurs when the cartilage that covers the tops of bones, known as articular cartilage, degenerates or wears down. This causes swelling, pain, and sometimes the development of osteophytes — bone spurs — when the ends of the two bones rub together. Osteoarthritis, or OA, is the most common…
Protect Your Feet in Winter (Runners)
Exposure to cold air can cause the body to slow blood circulation to the extremities. To prevent frostbite, make sure you’re wearing water-resistant, insulated footwear and warm socks if you’re out in the cold. If you start to experience numbness or pain, go to a warmer environment as soon as possible. People with diabetes are…
Osteoarthritis of the Knee (Degenerative Arthritis of the Knee)
What are the symptoms and treatments of Knee Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis of the Knee (Degenerative Arthritis of the Knee) While age is a major risk factor for osteoarthritis of the knee, young people can get it, too. For some individuals, it may be hereditary. For others, osteoarthritis of the knee can result from injury or infection…
What Does Dry Needling Treat?
If the thought of lying on a table and being poked by tiny needles makes you feel uneasy, you’re not alone. But a growing number of people — from athletes to people with injuries or chronic pain — swear by its ability to provide sweet relief for intense muscle pain and mobility issues. Dry needling…
What is Holistic Therapy
Holistic therapy is a whole-body approach to wellness and health care. Holistic treatments are more about identifying the root of an ailment instead of just addressing symptoms, it is a more realistic approach to healing. It focuses on wellness and prevention rather than just treating disease. Utilizes a range of techniques to help individuals understand…
INTERNATIONAL STUDY BACKS THE PRESCRIPTION OF EXERCISE RATHER THAN DRUGS AMONG PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA
The growing popularity of prescribing a ‘social’ activity – such as regular exercise sessions, for example – as a treatment alternative to medication has been backed by researchers focusing on dementia. In an online, peer-reviewed paper published today by The BMJ, an international team led by Jennifer A Watt, from the Knowledge Translation Program at…