6 Mistakes You’re Making That Contribute to Knee Problems
You may think that knee pain is inevitable as you age, and it’s true that your risk of developing knee problems increases as you get older. However, you can …
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Why Your Posture Matters
Back pain is incredibly widespread. You’re more likely to experience back pain at some point during your life than to not. Around 80% of adults have back pain, usually …
Signs You’re Not Working Out with Proper Form
In today’s largely sedentary world, most of us would benefit from moving a little more. However, it’s important to make sure the way you move won’t cause problems! At Dr. …
Surprising Ways Arthritis Can Impact Your Health
The number of specific conditions that fall under the umbrella label of “arthritis” is surprising: More than 100 different conditions are different types of arthritis. By far, the most …
Myths and Facts About Spinal Surgery
Not all spinal issues require surgery, but in some situations, it’s the best option. Although many people fear spinal surgery, it can have the potential to improve mobility, lessen …
3 Reasons Not to Ignore Abnormal Gait
Your gait is the pattern of your walk. When you develop a problem with that pattern, it’s called a gait disturbance. It’s often an indication of a physical condition. At Dr. Louis …
I Have Chronic Back Pain. Do I Have Arthritis?
Acute back pain, which lasts between one and seven days, accounts for about 80% of all back pain. The other 20% is chronic back pain, and at least some cases of …
How to Manage Hand Pain at Work
Your hand has 14 phalanges, five bones in the middle, and eight bones that create your wrist. All those bones are supported by tendons and ligaments and are connected …
4 Essential Steps to Take Immediately After a Sports Injury
Whether you play sports as an adult or you encourage your child to play sports, you probably already know the many benefits you can enjoy. Sports can help you …
Is Spinal Stenosis Ever Reversible?
Researchers expect around 18 million people will develop spinal stenosis in the next 10 years, making it remarkably common. People over the age of 50 are vulnerable, largely because …
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