Last week’s column presented the cause and symptoms of a hamstring strain. This week will be dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this injury.
Last week’s column presented the cause and symptoms of a hamstring strain. This week will be dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this injury.
This Valentine’s Day do not allow back pain to limit your sexuality! Back pain sufferers can have fulfilling sex lives! While this topic may be slightly awkward for some, those suffering from back pain realize its importance
While “getting fit” might be one of the top New Year goals, “getting six pack abs” might be one of the most popular exercise goals. This is part 2 on the best exercises for strengthening abdominals: advanced exercises.
While “getting fit” might be one of the top New Year goals, “getting six pack abs” might be one of the most popular exercise goals.
A recent study shows that the average weight of a woman’s purse has increased by 38% and now exceeds 6 pounds. The problem is that carrying a heavy bag, usually on one side of the body, forces the body to tilt forward and in the opposite direction to compensate. Overtime, this change in posture leads to neck, middle and lower back pain.
A recent study conducted at Simmons College Physical Therapy Department in Boston found more than 33% of children had LBP that caused them to miss school, visit a doctor, or abstain from activity. Backpacks that are too heavy are particularly harmful to the development of the musculoskeletal system of growing youngsters. It can lead to poor posture that may lead to chronic problems.
How many times have you heard the phrase “My back is killing me!” Almost every American has had an episode of back pain themselves, or knows someone who has had significant back pain. Acute low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common health maladies in the United States and is the leading cause of disability in people younger than 45 years old. It is responsible billions of dollars in health care costs, and is a leading cause of missed work.
Holiday shopping is stressful to your body as well as your wallet. Read on to learn how you can avoid pain and injury this season while on the road, in the mall, and at home.
As little as 10 extra pounds puts great stress on your lower back. It also makes it more difficult to maintain good posture.
It is widely accepted in the medical community that the best treatment for lower back pain (LBP) is prevention. Keeping fit, (flexible and strong), practicing posture, and using good body mechanics are essential in the prevention of LBP. At our office, great time and effort is spent emphasizing the importance of these concepts.
