Working with tools and machinery can be hard on your body. Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) can occur after long-term use. This condition is very different from other forms of work-related arm, hand, and shoulder pain as it requires specific types of treatment and attention. Read on for more information on [...]
Part of getting older is a gradual slowing down. Far from the frantic pace of youth and middle age, many seniors have a unique opportunity to take their time in their daily activities. For some, injuries or chronic pain may require a slower pace, while other seniors may just want [...]
Sleep is critical to your health and overall sense of wellbeing. But getting enough sleep may be easier said than done if you are experiencing nocturnal back pain. Chronic middle back pain while sleeping can disrupt your sleep enough to affect not just your nights, but your days as well. [...]
Arthritis can make every day challenging. From the moment you open your eyes in the morning to when you lay your head back down on the pillow at night, even the smallest of actions can come with pain. Worse, arthritis may be so painful that you feel like any movement [...]
Lower back pain can take a toll on your entire body. This particular health concern is reported among men and women equally, affecting about 80% of people at some point in their lives. While there are many factors that can lead to lower back pain, a condition called spondylolisthesis is [...]
Our feet are underappreciated and overused. Containing 25% of all of the bones in our body, our feet withstand harsh terrain, ill-fitting shoes, and the strain of supporting our entire body. Their health is so important that sometime issues that arise in other parts of our body originate in our [...]
When it comes to heel spurs, the shoes you wear make a difference. Supportive and comfortable footwear can improve your pain level and prevent further injury. From athletic shoes to sandals, and even professional footwear for work, this post will cover heel spur shoes for every lifestyle and budget. What [...]
TENS, or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, is a non-invasive, drug-free option for pain management. A TENS unit replaces pain signals with a side effect-free tingling or buzzing sensation that is controlled by the user. Although the TENS unit mechanism is fairly straightforward, there are some important things to keep in [...]
Back pain is, unfortunately, a very common condition. According to NIH, lower back pain alone afflicts at least 80% of adults at some point in their lives. Some back pain causes can even lead to symptoms in other parts of your body. There are many reasons why this happens, and [...]
Piriformis syndrome can cause sharp, shooting pain all the way down to your toes. While some people might immediately reach for medications or other invasive interventions, there are stretches that can provide relief and help your body heal. Here are 15 piriformis syndrome stretches and exercises to help you find [...]
