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Natural Injections That Ease Knee Pain and Inflammation
You know the symptoms too well — unbearable pain and swelling in your knee. If you're living with these symptoms, you can achieve natural relief. Read on to discover natural injections that ease your knee discomfort without nasty side effects.
May 16th, 2023

Why Are My Hands and Feet Tingling?
Tingling in your hands and feet is annoying, but it could also be a sign of something more serious. Keep reading to discover the causes behind tingling in your hands and feet and when to seek help for the problem.
Apr 13th, 2023

When to Consider Surgery For Persistent Knee Pain
Your knees are essential to your everyday activities, so you may be stuck on the couch when they hurt. Keep reading to find out how much pain is enough to consider surgical repair of your knee joint.
Mar 14th, 2023

4 Ways a DOT Exam Is Different From a Routine Physical
Routine physical exams help you stay on top of your health, but if you drive a commercial vehicle, you need a particular exam called a DOT physical. Keep reading to discover how a DOT exam differs from your annual physical.
Feb 13th, 2023

3 Strange Causes of Sciatica That Can Trigger Back Pain
If you have back pain with symptoms in your legs, you may be dealing with sciatica. But did you know it’s not always due to spinal issues? Keep reading to discover strange causes of sciatica and how you can ease your back pain.
Jan 19th, 2023

Why Your Body Thrives with Alkaline Water
When you're drinking to stay hydrated, water is water, right? Not necessarily. Alkaline water may be a better choice, especially when you suffer from joint pain. Keep reading to discover why alkaline water benefits your body and your health.
Dec 1st, 2022

Try These Good Work Habits to Prevent Physical Pain
When you're at work, the last thing you want to feel is pain. But bad habits often cause physical pain symptoms and prevent you from getting your job done. Keep reading to learn what practices are vital in avoiding pain at work.
Nov 1st, 2022

Here Are the 3 Steps In Your DOT Exam
If you have a commercial driver’s license, you need to undergo a Department of Transportation (DOT) exam in order to operate the vehicle. There are three steps in the exam, each just as important as the other. Here’s what to expect.
Oct 6th, 2022

Oh, My Aching Back! What Can I Do to Relieve the Pain?
When your back hurts, your whole life is affected. From missing out on fun activities to days off of work, back pain really is no joke. Keep reading to learn how you can finally get rid of your back pain for good.
Sep 7th, 2022

Could Your Neck Pain Be Whiplash?
Neck pain can be due to a number of different disorders, including whiplash. If your neck begins hurting after an injury, whiplash could be the culprit. Keep reading to learn more about whiplash and how you can treat it.
Aug 1st, 2022

When Should I Seek Treatment for My Aching Back?
When you have back pain, it affects every aspect of your life. But how do you know when it’s time to seek medical help for your discomfort? Keep reading to learn what symptoms signal a trip to the doctor for the pain in your back.
Jul 1st, 2022

3 Goals of Neuropathy Treatment
Nerve pain anywhere in your body could be the result of neuropathy. While this nerve pain is uncomfortable, there are many treatments that can help. Keep reading to learn about neuropathy treatment and when to seek care.
Jun 1st, 2022

How Chiropractic Care Can Help You Age Well
As you get older, it’s hard to keep up with your physical health. Exercise helps, but did you know that chiropractic care can also help you to age gracefully? Keep reading to learn the benefits of chiropractic care as you get older.
May 1st, 2022

Mental Health Impact of Migraines
When a migraine strikes, the symptoms leave you exhausted. But when you have chronic migraines, the aftereffects aren’t just physical. They affect your mental well-being too. Keep reading to learn how migraines affect your mental health.
Apr 5th, 2022

What's Involved With Rehabilitation?
If you’ve suffered an injury or undergone invasive surgery, you’ll likely need rehabilitation to get better. But what does this type of therapy involve? Here’s how rehabilitation can help you improve your life.
Mar 3rd, 2022

3 Things You Can Do Today to Manage Your Back Pain
Back pain makes daily living tough and painful. When the pain persists, you may feel hopeless that you’ll ever find relief. But there are things you can do. Keep reading to learn how you can manage your back pain today.
Jan 6th, 2022

Does Diet Impact Pain?
Your diet definitely affects your weight, but does it affect other aspects of your body as well? If you suffer from chronic pain, could your diet be contributing to your discomfort? Keep reading to learn the link between food and pain.
Dec 9th, 2021

Who Can Benefit From Physical Medicine?
Injuries and medical conditions affect the way your body functions. Whether you get hurt playing a sport or you suffer from persistent pain, you need to find a way to get back on your feet. Here’s how physical medicine can help you.
Nov 9th, 2021

Our Menu of Anti-Aging Treatments
With every year that passes, your body continues to age. The good news is, there are plenty of things out there to make you look and feel younger. Keep reading to learn more about the anti-aging treatments available to you.
Oct 8th, 2021

Little Known Effects of Migraines
When a migraine hits, you don’t even want to get out of bed. Pain and nausea are common symptoms, but did you know migraines can have other effects as well? Keep reading to learn about some of the lesser-known effects migraines might have on you.
Sep 15th, 2021

4 Infections That May Cause Back Pain
Back pain is no walk in the park, especially when you're unsure of the cause. But did you know your pain could be from an infection? Keep reading to learn more about infections that affect your back.
Aug 12th, 2021

Can Regenerative Medicine Treat Arthritis?
When you have arthritis, life can literally become a pain. But you don’t have to suffer. Regenerative medicine can help. Keep reading to learn more about how regenerative medicine can ease the symptoms of arthritis.
Jul 7th, 2021

When to See a Professional About Knee Pain
Your knees are important, so when they’re hurting, it really affects your life. But how do you tell what pain warrants professional treatment? Keep reading to learn more about when you should seek treatment for your knee discomfort.
Jun 21st, 2021

Nutrients You May Lack in Your Golden Years
Your golden years should be a time for you to enjoy the fruits of your hard work, but what if your nutrition isn't keeping up? Keep reading to learn what nutrients you might be lacking as you enter this stage of your life.
May 5th, 2021

The Best Treatment for Migraines
When you suffer from migraines, your whole life shuts down while you struggle through the pain. This condition may be hard to fight, but you do have options. Keep reading to learn more about how you can kick your migraines for good.
Apr 6th, 2021

Does My Teen Have an Injury or Is It Growing Pains?
Is your teen complaining of strange aches? If you’re wondering what the culprit of this mystery pain is, it may actually be something called growing pains. Keep reading to learn more about this type of pain and how it’s different from an injury.
Mar 14th, 2021

CBD for Chronic Knee Pain: What to Expect
Have you tried just about everything for your knee pain without relief? If so, alternative therapies might be the key to less pain. Read on to learn more about CBD use and if it might relieve your pain.
Feb 2nd, 2021

When To Consider PRP Therapy for a Ligament Tear
A growing body of evidence shows PRP to be a viable treatment option for sports injuries such as ligament sprains and muscle strains. Join the ranks of athletes like Tiger Woods and Alex Rodriguez with this regenerative therapy.
Jan 24th, 2021

5 Noninvasive Treatments for Back Pain
Does back pain have you down? Get back up and at ‘em with noninvasive treatment options for back pain that won’t leave you on bed rest. You’ll thank yourself later.
Dec 1st, 2020

Why Do I Keep Getting Migraines?
The only thing worse than a migraine is getting one and not knowing how in the world it came on. Multiply that by two or three times and you’re bound to throw your hands up in exasperation. Know your triggers to control your migraines. Here’s how.
Nov 5th, 2020

When to Consider Dry Cupping Therapy
Remember when Michael Phelps showed up at the Olympics with circular, symmetrical bruises all over his body? No, those weren’t injuries he got from training. Rather, those curious bruises were the product of dry cupping therapy.
Oct 15th, 2020

Anti-Aging Benefits of Massage

You may know massage therapy for its relaxation and stress-relief benefits. But did you know that massages can also keep you looking young and healthy? Click to learn about five big anti-aging benefits of massage.
Sep 10th, 2020

How Your Weight Affects Your Sciatica
If you have sciatica, your own body weight could be contributing to the problem. Learn how your weight affects sciatica and pain, and how to start losing weight to get rid of sciatica for good.
Aug 16th, 2020

5 Tips to Help Prevent Premature Wrinkling

Stop looking for the Fountain of Youth. It’s up to you to keep your skin healthy, young, and glowing. Follow these five steps for a daily skin care routine that prevents premature wrinkles and fine lines.
Jul 17th, 2020

Signs You Should Consult Your Doctor About Your Headaches
When painkillers, sleep, or water don’t do the trick, what’s a person to do about a severe headache? If your headaches persist despite self-treatment, you may need to see a doctor to rule out medical conditions. Don’t ignore these signs.
Jun 15th, 2020

Bad Habits that Could Be Worsening Your Knee Pain
Do you find yourself avoiding exercise because your knee hurts? Or, on the flip side, pushing through the pain to get in a good workout? These bad habits and others could be making your knee pain worse, despite your good intentions.
Mar 2nd, 2020

How Physical Rehabilitation Can Redefine Aging
Can you squat with proper form? How about fully extend your arms overhead? Get up from the floor with no pain? These are all basic physical movements that every human should be able to do. Physical rehab can help you get (and keep) those skills.
Feb 1st, 2020

5 Health Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
If you get massages, you know they feel good, but did you know that they actually alter things inside your body? Therapeutic massage is about much more than just relaxing — here are five major benefits of massage, backed by science.
Dec 3rd, 2019