So far this month we have taken a look at two of the top 10 most common sports injuries; tennis elbow and ankle sprain. Today we are going to examine the second most common sports injury, shoulder or rotator cuff injuries, and the causes and treatments available. … [Read more...] about Caring for Shoulder Pain
Faster Rehab for Ankle Sprains
Here in the United States we love sports. In fact, it is estimated that every year, nearly two-thirds of Americans watch sporting events in general on TV and an even higher percentage watch football. Through our love of sports and competition, we see many sports related injuries each year as well. … [Read more...] about Faster Rehab for Ankle Sprains
Drug-Free Therapies for Tennis Elbow
Earning its nickname from the frequency of the condition among tennis players, tennis elbow can be painful but is easily treated and affects more than just those who play tennis. A form of tendonitis, tennis elbow causes pain over the bony prominence on the outside of the elbow called the lateral … [Read more...] about Drug-Free Therapies for Tennis Elbow
New Findings in the Study of the Origins of Restless Leg Syndrome
Willis-Ekbom Disease, better known as Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), affects nearly 10 percent of the US population today. Characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs, the cause of this neurological condition is unknown in most people although it has been linked to a number of things such as … [Read more...] about New Findings in the Study of the Origins of Restless Leg Syndrome
What You Should Know About Lyme Disease
Lyme Disease is a fairly common infection that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected black legged or deer tick. While some other ticks can carry the disease, these are the most common. However, new studies are showing that there may be more to Lyme Disease transmission that … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About Lyme Disease
Is That Pain in Your Backside Really Piriformis Syndrome?
Many athletes know all too well the pain, tingling, numbness or even spasms in the back of the leg and near the buttock area known as Piriformis Syndrome. But this condition is not just limited to athletes as there are a number of causes. In addition, the piriformis muscle can irritate the sciatic … [Read more...] about Is That Pain in Your Backside Really Piriformis Syndrome?
Sleep Deprivation & How It Affects the Brain
We’ve all heard the adage that for optimal health, you should get 8-10 hours of sleep a night. For many people, whether due to stress, a non-stop work schedule or to-do list a mile long, 8 hours of sleep a night is rarely possible. So how important is this recommendation? Have you ever wondered what … [Read more...] about Sleep Deprivation & How It Affects the Brain
An Alternative Treatment for Acid Reflux that You May Not Have Considered… But Should
Over the counter medications, daily prescriptions, a plethora of home remedy suggestions and even, in sever cases, surgery are all treatments that are typical for those who suffer from acid reflux. And with so many people in the US who occasionally feel the burn from acid reflux, an estimated number … [Read more...] about An Alternative Treatment for Acid Reflux that You May Not Have Considered… But Should
Suffering from Acid Reflux? Why Medication May Not Be the Best Treatment.
Most adults have felt the uncomfortable sensation brought on by acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) at some time. In fact, nearly 60% of adults will experience it within a calendar year and 20 to 30 percent will feel it regularly. In the United States today, nearly seven million … [Read more...] about Suffering from Acid Reflux? Why Medication May Not Be the Best Treatment.