Useful resources and information that will help you deal with your body’s aches and pains, as well as tips on healthy eating, running and fitness in general.
Do you know that carpal tunnel syndrome affects about four percent of the general population? The condition is one of the most prevalent nerve-related disorders and manifests in the wrists, usually due to overuse of the hands. Despite the prevalence
If you are lacking motivation to workout, you are not alone. It’s totally fine if you feel lazy and unmotivated towards your fitness goals or other life goals. In fact, it is very natural. But, and this is a big
Most people like to think that dealing with a bruise is as simple as slapping some red meat on it and allowing it to take care of itself. While this might be true in the movies, sometimes bruises require a
Pain is a debilitating condition whether it’s chronic or occasional. It wears you down and tires you out and makes your quality of life deplete quickly. There are all sorts of pills and creams you can use, but what about
Repetitive motion injuries (also called repetitive strain injuries or RSI) are one of the most common ailments around the world. Over half of sports-related injuries happen due to repetitive motion. Plenty of work-related issues, both in the blue-collar and white-collar
The game of basketball is fun to watch because the players are very flexible, they sprint, jump, swerve, and make some amazing dunks to score points. Sometimes it seems like they are superhuman and can do anything without hurting themselves.
When swelling occurs in the body, it is called “edema” and, essentially, it means that an accumulation of fluid has occurred. When this accumulation occurs in the legs, ankles or feet, it is called “peripheral edema.”. Swollen feet, for example, are
The Achilles tendon is one of the largest tendons that anchor muscle to bone and certainly one of the most vulnerable. The Achilles tendon attaches proximally (closest to the head) to the end of the calf muscles and distally (furthest
Ice treatment is one of the simplest and most effective ways of treating knee injuries, when applied correctly. Ice treatment helps to reduce swelling and the resultant pain in the affected area by reducing the temperature of the tissues, which
If you have ever broken your ribs, then you know that getting comfortable enough to sleep can be difficult. Today’s article will help you understand the symptoms of broken ribs, the most common causes and the best tips on how