Even though it’s tempting to skip exercise altogetherif you’re living with chronic pain, doing so can weaken muscles and joints. Instead, take steps to exercise in a way that minimizes strain while still engaging muscles enough to promote flexibility and […]
As spring sports season arrives, so does the risk of sustaining some type of injury while playing baseball, softball, tennis, golf, lacrosse, or running track. While there’s always a risk of injury associated with sports involving repetitive movements and contact, […]
Running can place added stress on your back that sometimes results in some degree of pain. If you have existing back problems, jogging or running can make it worse, or result in related leg pain if the sciatic nerve is […]
A study of elite athletes found that individuals within that group experienced less lower back than the general population. However, the same study found there is no benefit from an increased training load, making the case for focusing more on […]
If you exercise on a regular basis, sitting on the sidelines with an injury isn’t an option–or not one you’re likely to accept willingly. When it comes to the aches and pains associated with the injuries listed here, however, there […]
Golf itself isn’t all that great for the back, especially if you have a swing that puts a lot of pressure on your spine or throws your posture out of whack. If one of your goals is to get back […]
As is the case with lower back pain, labeling something a sports hernia only refers to the general location of the pain (upper groin or lower abdominal area), not the specific source of the discomfort. One thing that is common […]
Watching and playing football is a quintessential American pastime, and scores of people enthusiastically await the beginning of its season each fall. The very nature of the sport makes it a risky venture for many participants. Urgent care centers and […]
Athletes tend to have a certain mindset when it comes to recovering from surgery that’s likely to affect their future performance. Even if you’re not a top athlete or weekend warrior, you can still take a cue from some of […]