Spinal osteoarthritis is a very common condition of aging and is especially prevalent in those over 60 years of age. As joint cartilage begins to break down, the spinal vertebrae may begin to rub against each other. As a result, abnormal bony growths may begin to develop. These bony growths are also known as osteophytes [...]
A sprain or tear to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most common knee injuries, with approximately 400,000 people a year suffering from it. Athletes are especially at risk, and women have a higher risk of suffering an ACL injury than men, probably due to both anatomical and hormonal differences. There are [...]
Although hip pain may be common, it can be a result of many different causes. Some of the 5 most common reasons for hip pain in adults are...
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Ankle sprains can happen at any time, but frequently occur when participating in sports. In fact, ankle sprains, which are ligament injuries, are the most common sports injury. Tearing of the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are the most prevalent type of sprain, although pain on the inner side of the ankle may [...]
Typically, there is a a gap under the arch of the foot when standing, but for people with fallen arches or flat feet there is little to no space, causing the entire bottom surface of the foot to be in contact with the ground. Some people may experience no pain or obvious problems from this [...]
The piriformis muscle begins in the lower spine and connects to each thigh bone or femur, helping the hip to rotate and enabling the foot and leg to turn outward. When the piriformis muscle deep in the buttocks spasms, it can push against and aggravate the sciatic nerve, triggering pain, numbness, and tingling all the [...]
Sharing time with family and friends, or simply enjoying time away from it all is part of the fun during the holiday season. Although traveling with prescription medicines can be challenging, proper planning can help keep your trip a relaxing and enjoyable one. Here are a few suggestions to help you plan. • Ensure that [...]
The word osteoporosis means porous bone. This bone disease is characterized by losing too much bone or making too little. Therefore, bones become brittle and weak, and can easily break. Almost 1.5 million men over the age of 65 have osteoporosis in the United States and over twice that many are at risk for [...]
For most people, yoga is a very safe form of exercise. It is possible for almost anyone to benefit from regular yoga practice. And with a good instructor, even those who suffer from chronic back pain or have had back surgery can find it helpful. Benefits in Practicing Yoga for Your Spine Health There are many benefits [...]
