Rounded shoulders and forward head posture: causes and how to fix them
Rounded shoulders with a forward head posture is a condition in which the upper body's skeletal muscles work out of balance. When we stay in the same position repeatedly for long periods, our muscles start working unevenly.
Neck pain spreading to the head: migraine or muscle tension?
Neck pain that radiates up into the head or temples is so common that many people assume it is a migraine. In fact, the cause may actually be tense shoulder muscles.
What is prolotherapy, and why concentrated glucose?
Prolotherapy is an injection of concentrated glucose that irritates the tissue at the injection site and stimulates inflammation, starting the process of repairing the tissue so that it is healthy again.
4 things you should know about steroid injections
We are responsible for looking after our own bodies. Before any injection, always ask exactly what is being injected and whether there are any contraindications or precautions, because we know our own bodies best. Basic knowledge is essential, so today let's learn a little more about "steroids".
Knee osteoarthritis can be treated without surgery
Can injections really cure knee osteoarthritis? What is artificial joint fluid? Why do you still need physical therapy after the injection? Is it only for knee osteoarthritis? Let's find out.
Achilles tendon pain when walking or running: what is causing it?
The Achilles tendon is the largest, thickest and strongest tendon in the body, connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. It is essential for walking, running and moving the ankle up and down.
Cramps vs athletes: why do athletes and people who exercise get cramps?
A cramp is a sudden, involuntary contraction of an entire muscle that forms a hard knot or lump, causing severe pain and making it impossible to move.
Hot or cold compress: which should you use?
Hot or cold compress? Find out when to use each for the best results in relieving injuries.
Hip pain radiating down the leg: a common problem for people who sit for long periods
Hip pain radiating down the leg, or a hip muscle pinching the nerve, is caused by a deep buttock muscle called the piriformis becoming tight and compressing the nerve.