Almost half of all older adults suffer from arthritis-related joint pain, making it a common health concern among the U.S. elderly population. Arthritis is especially likely to affect high-traffic joints that are used often, such as the knees, shoulders, and lower back.
If you are a senior citizen or know someone who suffers from chronic pain brought on by arthritis or another condition, here are a few things that can help provide relief:
According to research, an astounding 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) each year. As a progressive nervous system disorder, PD manifests as a slight tremor in one hand, then, over time, other symptoms take hold. PD affects a person’s movement and causes rigidity, unstable posture, asymmetrical resting tremors, speech changes, impaired balance, and writing changes that become more noticeable as time passes.
If a loved one is struggling to cope with PD, make sure you provide the support, love, and care they need to feel better and manage their condition. Use this guide as a resource as you help them along their journey.
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Painful Intercouse, or known as dyspareunia, occurs due to reasons that range from structural problems to psychological concerns. Here are some things to know about painful intercouse:
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Whether you’re scheduled for major surgery or a minor surgical procedure, surgery of any kind is a big deal. Even after undergoing a seemingly simple procedure, you may feel extremely weak or experience muscle pain and stiffness.
Physicians and surgeons often recommend physical therapy as part of a patient’s post-op recovery period. Here’s why:
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As one of the fastest growing branches of orthopedic medicine, sports medicine can help athletes of all levels perform at their best, recover swiftly, and stay on track as they strive to achieve better results in their chosen sport. In recent years, athletes have been using sports medicine specialists to improve their performance, stamina, agility, movement, strength, and flexibility, both before and after injuries.
Athletes have a keen understanding of their bodies and what they can and can’t do. With the help of a sports medicine specialist, you can deepen that understanding so you can perform better and better over time.
Here, we’ll provide you with a closer look at some reasons why you should consult a sports medicine specialist. We’ll start off by explaining why sports medicine is different from regular coaching.
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Back pain and neck pain are common problems for a lot of people, but several studies have shown that millennials are more prone to back and neck pain than individuals of previous generations. Millennials, also known as Generation Y, are the first generation to grow up with technology such as cellphones and tablet devices and their associated constant connectivity.
It’s no surprise that technology has become a vital part of everyday life for millennials. However, while the long-term effects of intensive technology usage are unknown, some signs are starting to show. Back and neck pain are becoming increasingly common among this well-connected always-online generation.
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