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how long should swelling last after an injury

How long should swelling last after an injury (and how do you decrease swelling)?

Swelling can be described as the enlargement of any bodily tissue or body part that is new or unusual. It is a normal response from the body to any type...

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Elbow bone spurs: Causes, symptoms and treatment options

Bone spurs can pop up where you don’t expect them. Once they appear, they can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like pain, stiffness, tingling and weakness. If you’re feeling any of...

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5 ways you can reduce pelvic pain at home

Up to 16% of all women experience chronic pelvic pain at any given time. Pelvic pain can also be described as hip pain but usually relates to pain between the...

can a young person get sciatica

Can a young person get sciatica? (Spoiler: Yes, and we’ll explain why)

Sciatica most commonly occurs in people between the ages of 30 and 50, but that doesn’t mean you’re immune if you’re still in your 20s — young people can get...

how to prevent falls in the kitchen

5 ways to prevent falls in the kitchen

While the kitchen can be one of the most joyous rooms in the home, it can also be dangerous. This is especially the case for seniors, people with neurological disorders...

acute exacerbation of chronic lower back pain

3 things that can be acute exacerbations of your chronic lower back pain

Approximately 7.5% of the world’s population experiences chronic lower back pain (LBP). Chronic back pain can be extremely debilitating and disruptive to everyday life. When you couple lower back pain...

why does my wrist hurt when benching

These 4 issues could be why your wrist hurts when benching

It feels great when you finally reach a new personal best on the bench. Bench pressing is a great exercise for building muscle strength and contributing to your overall wellness....

functional manual therapy

What is functional manual therapy capable of doing for you?

Functional manual therapy is a comprehensive approach to physical therapy. The goal of manual physical therapy is to relieve pain and restore functionality to a patient’s musculoskeletal system. However, functional...

how to crack your neck

Physical therapists help you learn how to crack your neck safely

If you experience neck pain, headaches or stiffness from sitting in front of your computer for too long, it can be hard to resist the urge to crack your neck....