If you experience chronic pain, you may be wondering about its root cause. This is completely understandable. If you know what is causing your pain, then you can take actionable steps toward correcting, or at least reducing the pain you’re experiencing. Two of the more common reasons for pain are joint pain and nerve pain. […]
Radiculopathy can lead to sharp pains throughout the body, numbness, weakness or loss of reflexes. Although these symptoms are similar to those of peripheral neuropathy, it’s important to know the difference between the two. Peripheral Neuropathy vs Radiculopathy Both peripheral neuropathy and radiculopathy affect the nerves, but in different ways. Peripheral neuropathy refers to the […]
Do you suffer from an autoimmune disease? If you do, know you’re not alone. There are about 24 million people affected by autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, thyroid disease, celiac disease, psoriasis and more. That is just the ones with an actual diagnosis. The true number must be larger. Autoimmune Symptoms Even […]
Nerve pain can disrupt your mobility, making tasks you love turn into tasks you avoid. There are several types of nerve pain though, and it’s important to figure out which you have so you can take the best steps toward healing. Common Forms Of Nerve Pain Focal Neuropathy Typically, focal neuropathy describes damage to a […]
While the act of exercising is very important for health, recovering and cooling down from exercise is of equal importance. In fact, many sports scientists believe that recovery is the absolute key to performance. The cool down phase of exercise helps your body come down from the intensity of your workout, and also enables you […]
Do you remain tired or sore after workouts? It’s normal to feel a sense of soreness after exercise. However, if you’re feeling mentally or physically fatigued for extended periods of time after a workout, then you’re likely not experiencing good muscle recovery. Tips For Improving Muscle Recovery We understand that this fatigue can make it […]
The vast majority of tendinitis cases may not require medical intervention. Most cases will resolve with self-care at home with rest, simple physical therapy, and over-the-counter medications. However, tendinitis can worsen for some. But when do you know you need to see a doctor for your tendinitis pain? Severe Tendinitis Symptoms For many, tendinitis is […]
You may be familiar with typical soreness associated with exercise. But what if it’s not typical, or what if the pain is focused around your joint? You may wonder if it’s tendinitis, and if that’s the case, you’ll want a true understanding of tendinitis and what it means for you. What Is tendinitis? It’s important […]
Most people know that there are two different types of diabetes. But do you know why there are two types and what the difference is between type-1 and type-2 diabetes? (There is actually now a ‘type-3’ diabetes. This is the insulin resistance that happens in the brain and leads to Alzheimer’s disease; however, we are […]
You may be wondering why fascia matters or why you need to take care of it. Fascia is vital for your mobility because it’s the connective tissue that holds every part of you together. What Fascia Does For Your Body Fascia is thin, elastic connective tissue that is found throughout your entire body. It encapsulates […]