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 [...]
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 [...]
Often, in the bustle of the holiday season, people don’t exercise the caution they might during less hectic months. When you’re stringing lights and hanging wreaths we want you to have a safe and joyful season. There are so many activities to enjoy and nobody wants to add a visit to the emergency room for [...]
It may come as no surprise that Halloween is one of the top three holidays when an emergency room visit is made, but some of the risks may not be the ones you’d guess. Therefore, it's important to know hot to avoid Halloween injuries. Avoid Halloween Injuries When Pumpkin Carving Of course, pumpkin carving is [...]
When we are affected by neck pain from stress, most of us realize that stress can manifest itself in our bodies. And can appear in many ways, including headaches or tight muscles. When we experience anxiety, we’re putting our bodies through extensive, long-term stress. Our bodies are in fight or flight mode and then release [...]
We have all heard the old saying about feeling the weather in one’s bones, but is it true? The answer is yes, and here’s why. Changes in barometric pressure and temperature can dramatically affect our bodies, especially if we have arthritis. Therefore, you can feel the weather in your bones. What Studies Suggest In a [...]
Increasingly, people have been listening to the advice of health professionals regarding the benefits of exercise. The problem is that sport and exercise injuries can happen when we don’t warm up, don’t train properly or we overdo the activity. Common sports injuries, such as: Ankle Sprains – A sprain occurs when the band of connective tissue [...]
Studies show that staring at your computer all day can be harmful to your spine. Learn how staying limber at your desk can help.
Buying the right mattress can mean all the difference between good health and severe pain. Many people suffer countless nights, tossing and turning, only to wake up with back pain due to the wrong mattress. While some prefer their mattress soft and fluffy, others prefer them hard and firm. It really all depends on the [...]
Maintaining positive health habits is hard enough for some. However, for those spending long days at work behind a desk or at a cubicle, it can be even more difficult. Sitting at a desk for eight hours may not only cause mental stress but can add physical stress as well. So, we need to think [...]
