In addition to your office chair and poor posture, your desk job may be causing you pain. Both laptop and desktop computers can be problematic, depending on how you position them in relationship to your body, and the worst part is that some of the tools designed to help eliminate pain can actually cause more. […]
Health & Fitness
Could Your Back Pain Be Genetically Linked?
From the relatively sedentary lifestyles common in the modern world to injuries caused by any number of factors, back pain — particularly in the lumbar region — is a common complaint. An additional cause recently researched in the UK is the possibility of genetically linked degenerative disc disease of the lumbar region of the spine, […]
Realistic Expectations for Recovery from Shoulder Labral Repair Surgery
Perhaps one of the most frustrating injuries is a shoulder labral repair. The key to recovery for most post-operative clients is to manage expectations. In order to do so, patients need to understand the makeup of the shoulder labrum and the cause of injury. As a rigid or fibrous type of cartilage, the shoulder labrum […]
Understanding and Recovering from Elbow Trauma
When your elbow takes the brunt of a fall or is injured in some other way, you may notice that once the swelling subsides, you still lack the ability to fully straighten that joint. This disability can last for months after the injury, even when no bones have been broken. A visit to an orthopedic […]
Solving the Mystery of Lower Back Pain
From cause to treatment, lower back pain can be accompanied by many mysteries. Whatever the cause of your back pain, be assured that healing is possible, and you can eliminate further injury by taking some simple steps toward better back health. Cause of Lower Back Pain WebMD cites the following common causes for lower back […]
Reduce Pain Before It’s Too Late
It is important to address pain as soon as you feel it because pain that isn’t properly managed can lead to serious physical problems and health issues. There are many steps to take to control of pain and prevent it from reoccuring. The physical therapy experts at Washington, DC’s PhysioDC recommend the following tips for […]
Obesity and Joint Pain
The more weight one puts on a certain point, the weaker it becomes. This holds true for our joints as well, meaning that over time, weight-supporting joints often begin to weaken. However, although you might believe that avoiding exercise and the stress it places on your joints might help to keep your joints healthy, the […]
Forest Hill, MD – Personal Fitness Trainer
Get into shape in Harford County! Now that spring is finally here, you can’t put off getting in shape any longer. Warmer weather means you’ll likely be wearing less of the clothing you’ve used to disguise the fact that your New Year’s resolution didn’t fare as you had hoped! Dave’s training is just what the […]
