If your arm hurts when you raise it, you’ve probably wondered what exactly is causing this pain that’s interfering with your everyday life. You may have even wandered the internet, typing in “my arm hurts when I raise it”, hoping to self-diagnose and treat it on your own. During your search, you’ve likely come across […]
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I am a 39-year old female who discovered running in the past few years. I first started to have symptoms with my right IT band and looked for a treatment on the internet. The IT band did resolve for a while but then I started with a shin split in my left leg. I went
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For as long as I remember, anytime anyone has massaged my shoulders, I would get, “Wow, you’re tight!” Trust me, I got the memo. Having been a competitive figure skater from ages 7 to 17, I was accustomed to carrying too heavy bags on my shoulders. Not only was the equipment bag heavy, but I
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On April 12, 2013, Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant tore his Achilles tendon late in the 4th quarter against the Golden State Warriors. Bryant is 34 years old and has been in the NBA for 16 years. His projected return to play ranges from 9 months to a year. This is a substantial amount
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Bike stores have increased the selling point of the proper fit of a bike. They are correct in this; a bike needs to properly fit your body and your biking style to give you the most pleasant ride. Whether you ride mountain bike, road bike or a trail bike, there is a chance that you
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When it comes to running, most runners have their preference as to their favorite running surface. Some enjoy running on a treadmill. A treadmill helps to maintain your desired pace, keep track of your calories burnt, and is accessible in any weather condition. Others enjoy running outside on asphalt or in the grass. The freedom
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Doesn’t it feel great to get out there and play? Whether it’s basketball, football, hockey, soccer, or whatever sport you enjoy, it feels good to move like you used to. Then one day, while you’re playing, you feel this sharp pain shoot into your groin or down your leg. What’s going on? It’s a good
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Joint replacements are becoming more common surgeries. This is likely due to a number of factors. Individuals are participating in more activities that wear down the joints. People are bigger, both in height and weight, than they were in previous generations and they are living longer. Also, the surgical process has become very well perfected.
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Do you have neck pain? Are you tired of feeling achy in your neck and shoulders? Do you sometimes get headaches from all of the neck pain and tension? Does the pain keep you from sleeping through the night? Do you feel like you are reaching the end of your rope? You should schedule a
Are you an athlete that has been having a lot of knee pain? Did you hurt your knee playing football, soccer, basketball or while jumping or cutting? It is possible that you might have a knee injury known as a torn ACL. To better understand what an ACL is, and to learn about the sings,
