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Has Stress Become a Pain in the Neck?
Dealing with stress is a fact of life, but when we can’t effectively manage the perceived demands on our time and resources, the pressure can build and the resulting strain has some pretty immediate effects on our thoughts, feelings and, not surprisingly, our bodies. Many people have experienced a “tension headache” when feeling overwhelmed, and […]
Tips for Arthritis Pain Relief in the Winter
Knee arthritis and similar health conditions can be especially aggravating during the winter months. If you feel that your own joint pain is exacerbated by the cold, you are actually backed up by recent scientific evidence. A 2007 study from Tufts University found that those with arthritis report a noticeably greater sense of pain for […]
How to Walk Away from Osteoarthritic Knee Pain
An incredibly effective tool for finding osteoarthritis knee pain relief may sound like a catch-22; walking to move your joints can ultimately help you avoid knee pain. But initially, walking can seem to cause the pain you’re trying to avoid. To motivate you to get moving, you need the good news; what are the benefits of walking […]
Dangerous Diagnosis: Why Sciatica is NOT the Problem
Every one of us has spent some time nursing an aching back or knows someone who has. So it’s no surprise that the Global Burden of Disease study of 2010 found that low back pain is the number one leading cause of disability worldwide. For some of those afflicted, it’s not long before the onset […]
Turmeric – How to Add More of This Superfood to Your Life
For the past fifty years, scientists have documented the role of curcumin, a component of turmeric, in improving the health of intercellular communication. Curcumin has been specifically studied as use for a treatment with various pro-inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, Chron’s disease, irritable bowel disease, and ulcers. In short, the impact on […]
Preventing and Repairing Work-Related Back Pain
Whoever suggested that technology moves at a “breakneck” speed didn’t realize how right they were. Everything is mobile these days, and whether it’s a smart phone, tablet, or laptop holding your attention, odds are that device is causing your gaze, head, and neck to strain forward and down toward your lap, leading to some serious […]
Take Action Against Arthritis! 4 New Year’s Resolutions for People with Pain
If you’re one of the 41% of Americans that resolves to adopt healthier habits in the New Year and you’re experiencing knee pain, taking action for coping with your arthritis symptoms may top your to do list. According to the CDC, arthritis affects over 50 million people in the United States annually, and as it’s […]
Foods That Can Cause Joint Pain
Inflammation in the places where your bones meet can make it uncomfortable to do just about anything – even simple daily tasks such as grocery shopping or doing the laundry. Unfortunately, joint pain is incredibly common: 2016 stats from the CDC show that 53 million Americans – nearly a quarter of adults (23%) – have […]
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Don’t Push Through Workout Pain! When Rest is the Right Option
If you want to make improvements to your fitness levels and endurance, you have to push your body to its current limits, and then do it again the next time you hit the gym. However, the moves that train your body to better conserve oxygen and build strength can also make your muscles feel sore […]