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Myth or fact: Constipation can cause back pain
Can constipation really cause back pain? The answer’s a little more complicated than you may think. In some cases, yes, constipation can cause back pain. If your constipation is significant, it may put pressure on the muscles and nerves in the lower spine, which can...
Swimmer’s shoulder: Common causes and treatments
Shoulder pain, weakness and instability in the shoulder joint are common symptoms of swimmer’s shoulder. Also known as impingement syndrome, this musculoskeletal condition usually affects swimmers and other people who frequently use their arms and shoulders in an...
4 potential causes of pain that occurs from your elbow to the wrist
Elbow, forearm and wrist pain can be difficult to manage. Pain in this area often comes with other symptoms, like stiffness and weakness. This can make it harder to use your arm, especially during athletic activities. If you’re experiencing persistent pain between...
Struggling with spinal stenosis? You may want to avoid these 3 exercises
Are you experiencing persistent neck and back pain? The cause could be spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis happens when the spinal canal narrows and gets tighter. As your spinal canal narrows, it can put pressure on your spinal cord. The surrounding nerves and muscles...
5 physical therapist-backed exercises for those with shoulder impingement
The shoulder joint is a ball-and-socket joint made up of the humerus or upper arm bone and the scapula or shoulder blade. Four rotator cuff muscles sit in the narrow space between these two bones. Any injury that causes inflammation and swelling of these muscles will...
5 types of soft tissue injuries that may be improved through physical therapy
Most people never really look into physical therapy until they’re recovering from an injury. Physical therapy is a set of practices that support healthy movement in the musculoskeletal system. In addition to recovery and rehabilitation, PT can also help with...
4 reasons why your back may crack when you twist it
Have you ever felt some stiffness in your spine after some heavy sleeping or heavy physical activity? If so, you might have found relief by twisting your spine — and feeling each vertebra crack, from your pelvis to your shoulders. Maybe you’ve gone to a chiropractor...
4 advantages acupuncture can provide to those trying to lose weight
Acupuncture is a healing practice that originated in China over 3,000 years ago. People have known about the many health benefits of acupuncture for a long time, but it hasn’t received much attention in clinical studies until recently. Acupuncture has proven to be an...
Blood flow restriction training: What is it and why does it work?
Blood circulation is essential for the proper functioning of your entire body. It ensures that your organs, muscles and tissue receive the nutrients and oxygen they need to stay healthy. One of the biggest benefits of regular exercise is boosting your blood flow....
3 of the best sitting positions for people with sciatica
Do you experience chronic lower back pain that sometimes radiates down into your legs? The cause could be sciatica. Sciatica happens when the sciatic nerve is compressed or damaged. The sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the body, runs from the hips into...
